Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.7 in | -5.2 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 179.8 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 73.3 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 68.1 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 4123 lb. | -838 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.7 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 58.9 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 42.6 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.5 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 58.4 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.1 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 0.5 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 |
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |