Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.9 in | -5.4 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 184.6 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.9 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 67.9 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 3649 lb. | -421 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.9 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.8 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 57.0 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.4 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 22.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 39.7 ft3 | -6.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -13.7 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 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |