Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Mercury Montego | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.9 in | -11.4 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 200.9 in | -21.6 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 74.5 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 61.5 in | -2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3680 lb. | -395 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 58.8 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 57.6 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.6 in | -53.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 41.9 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 83.1 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 45.7 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 Mercury Montego Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
It is huge. see full Mercury Montego review |