Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.0 in | -11.5 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 191.0 in | -11.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.0 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 70.5 in | -11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 4084 lb. | -856 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.9 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.9 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 62.0 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 63.7 in | -63.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 37.5 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.1 in | -60.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.3 in | -34.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 111.7 in (over 3 rows) | -35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 71.0 ft3 | -38.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 120.0 ft3 | -53.1 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 Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |