Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) vs. Ford Explorer (2007) Specs

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2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year	2012	2007
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Ford Explorer
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	113.7 in	-12.2 in
Length	165.4 in	193.4 in	-28 in
Width	70.3 in	73.7 in	-3.4 in
Height	58.3 in	72.8 in	-14.5 in
Curb Weight	2968 lb.	4440 lb.	-1472 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	22.5 gal.	-8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	39.8 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	59.0 in	-4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.4 in	-55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.4 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.7 in	-0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	58.9 in	-6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	36.9 in	-1.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.4 in	-37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.1 in	-53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	45.3 in	-45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	34.9 in	-34.9 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	-37.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	13.6 ft³	1.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.0	43.9 ft³	-28.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	83.7 ft³	-37.7 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 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
2011	2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD	Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer

2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
2006	4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review

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