Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,201 mm | 5,006 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,346 kg | 2,067 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 70 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 1,031 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,557 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,455 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 1,029 mm | 977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,440 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 1,011 mm | 901 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,034 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 595 L | -170 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 1,240 L | 14 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 2,285 L | -1 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.