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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@5600 417 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 116.0 in | -14.5 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 202.0 in | -36.6 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 79.0 in | -8.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 76.9 in | -18.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 5480 lb. | -2154 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -11.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 41.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 65.3 in | -10.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 65.2 in | -12.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.6 in | -60.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.0 in | -3.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -29.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -1.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 60.3 ft3 | -45.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -62.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
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