Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.6 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 197.1 in | -17.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 78.9 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 70.4 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 4578 lb. | -1293 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 61.3 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.6 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.5 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 61.0 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.8 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -11 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
2013 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.