Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.7 in | -12.2 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 193.4 in | -14.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 73.7 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 72.8 in | -13.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1246 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.0 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 42.4 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 58.9 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.9 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -11.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -16.8 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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |