Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 4.9L V10 Diesel OHC-2v 310 hp@3750 553 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,201 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,372 kg | 2,687 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 100 L | -45 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 983 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 973 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 904 mm | -2 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 878 L | -453 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 2,010 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |