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Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI (2009) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6950
222 lb-ft@5100
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 112.5 in -11 in
Length 179.3 in 187.8 in -8.5 in
Width 70.1 in 72.5 in -2.4 in
Height 59.2 in 66.3 in -7.1 in
Curb Weight 3350 lb. 3944 lb. -594 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 18.8 gal. -4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.9 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 55.8 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.6 in -54.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 41.2 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 39.2 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 55.3 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 51.1 in -51.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 39.9 in -4.4 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -4.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 31.5 ft3 1.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 63.7 ft3 3.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI

2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Front seats are extremely supportive and even heated with the Interlagos cloth option see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Quite possibly the most comfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It is as if they were pulled straight from an Audi and placed in the GTI. An added bonus is the heated cloth, which is unusual because usually you need to option cold leather for heat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of shoulder/elbow/head room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Adequate for 2 adults to sit comfortably. High roof, adequate legroom. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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