Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.3 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 184.1 in | -4.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 74.4 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 67.9 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 3846 lb. | -618 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.2 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.5 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 42.6 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 58.6 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.8 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 34.2 ft3 | -1.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -11.3 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |