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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2011) vs. Ford Explorer (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2007 Ford Explorer specs.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2011 2007  
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
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer

2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
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
 
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