Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 102.4 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 171.3 in | 8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.9 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 61.6 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 2679 lb. | 606 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.2 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.7 in | -51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.8 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.8 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.6 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.8 in | -47.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.3 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | 11 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 53.2 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 |
2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |