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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2011) vs. Honda Pilot (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2009 Honda Pilot specs.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2009 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Honda Pilot  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
250 hp@5700
253 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 109.2 in -7.7 in
Length 179.3 in 190.9 in -11.6 in
Width 70.1 in 78.5 in -8.4 in
Height 59.2 in 71.0 in -11.8 in
Curb Weight 3285 lb. 4319 lb. -1034 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 21.0 gal. -6.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.0 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 61.5 in -6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 58.6 in -58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 41.4 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 39.8 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 62.2 in -9.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.9 in -56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 38.5 in -3 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.2 in -38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 58.9 in -58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.4 in -48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.1 in -32.1 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 112 in (over 3 rows) -35.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 18.0 ft3 14.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 32.8 47.7 ft3 -14.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 87.0 ft3 -20.1 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 2009 Honda Pilot

2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review
2009 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review
2009 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review
2009 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review
2009 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review
 
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