Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2006) Specs

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2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine	2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250	4.8L V8 OHV-2v 285 hp@5200 295 lb-ft@4000
Transmission	5-speed manual	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	116.0 in	-14.5 in
Length	179.3 in	198.8 in	-19.5 in
Width	70.1 in	78.8 in	-8.7 in
Height	59.2 in	74.8 in	-15.6 in
Curb Weight	3228 lb.	4978 lb.	-1750 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	26.0 gal.	-11.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	40.7 in	-2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	65.2 in	-10.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	61.4 in	-61.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.1 in	41.3 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.1 in	39.4 in	-1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.1 in	65.1 in	-12 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	61.3 in	-61.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	38.6 in	-3.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.4 in	-37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	64.4 in	-64.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.0 in	-49 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	27.3 in	-27.3 in
Total Legroom	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	107.2 in (over 3 rows)	-30.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	32.8 ft³	16.3 ft³	16.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	32.8	63.6 ft³	-30.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum	66.9 ft³	104.6 ft³	-37.7 ft³

2012 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

2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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

2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2006	4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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