Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.5 in | -11 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 188.8 in | -9.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.4 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 69.3 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3660 lb. | -375 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.7 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.1 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 40.2 in | -4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 Jetta / 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 Jetta / 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 Jetta / 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 Jetta / 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 Jetta / 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 Jetta / Golf / 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 / Golf / 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 / Golf / 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 / Golf / GTI review |
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 / Golf / GTI review |
2007 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |