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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2014) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche specs.

2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year 2014 2008  
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
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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