Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Lincoln MKZ (2012) Specs

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 Lincoln MKZ Specifications

Model Year	2013	2012
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Lincoln MKZ
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	107.4 in	-5.9 in
Length	165.4 in	190.6 in	-25.2 in
Width	70.3 in	72.2 in	-1.9 in
Height	58.3 in	56.9 in	1.4 in
Curb Weight	3326 lb.	3804 lb.	-478 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	17.5 gal.	-3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	38.7 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	57.4 in	-2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.0 in	-54 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.3 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	37.8 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	56.5 in	-3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.3 in	-53.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	37.1 in	-1.6 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	79.4 in (over 2 rows)	-2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	16.5 ft³	-1.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	16.5 ft³	29.5 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

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Fusion. In the MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review

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