Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5300 340 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 130.0 in | -28.5 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 221.3 in | -42 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 79.1 in | -9 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 76.6 in | -17.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 5742 lb. | -2514 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -16.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.1 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 65.3 in | -10.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 65.2 in | -12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.1 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -34.2 ft3 |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |