Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Pontiac Montana SV6 | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 121.1 in | -19.6 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 205.6 in | -26.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.0 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 72.0 in | -12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 4426 lb. | -1141 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -10.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.9 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.9 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 61.2 in | -8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 38.9 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -38.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | 5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 74.5 ft3 | -41.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -69.6 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 |
2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are very comfortable and roomy compared to the Chrysler Town and Country see full Pontiac Montana SV6 review |