Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
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 |
2014 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 2010 Ford Explorer.