Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Cadillac SRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6400 315 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 116.4 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 194.9 in | -29.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.6 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 67.8 in | -9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4442 lb. | -1116 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.3 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.7 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.6 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 41.0 in | -5.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.6 in | -43.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.2 in | -24.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -30.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 32.4 ft3 | -17.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 69.5 ft3 | -23.5 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2009 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
2 teenage kids love it see full Cadillac SRX review |
2009 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat belts attached to front seats and not adjustable up and down. Lower sitting heighth than Lexus or other crossover SUVs or at least the appearance of same. see full Cadillac SRX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The center console is too wide and gets in the way see full Cadillac SRX review |