Volkswagen Jetta (2014) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2008) Specs

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2014 Volkswagen Jetta and 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2014	2008
Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine	turbocharged 1.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 170 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1000	6.0L V8 Hybrid OHV-2v 332 hp@5100 367 lb-ft@4100
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	4-speed 2-mode automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.4 in	116.0 in	-11.6 in
Length	182.2 in	202.0 in	-19.8 in
Width	70.0 in	79.0 in	-9 in
Height	57.2 in	76.9 in	-19.7 in
Curb Weight	3311 lb.	5617 lb.	-2306 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	26.0 gal.	-11.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	41.1 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.2 in	65.3 in	-10.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	64.4 in	-64.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.3 in	-0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	39.2 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	65.2 in	-11.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	60.6 in	-60.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	39.0 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.9 in	-37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	61.7 in	-61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	25.6 in	-25.6 in
Total Legroom	79.3 in (over 2 rows)	105.9 in (over 3 rows)	-26.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.5 ft³	16.9 ft³	-1.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.5	60.3 ft³	-44.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.5 ft³	108.9 ft³	-93.4 ft³

2014 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	The Jetta is a little longer than the ILX (182 vs. 179 inches), and all of the additional inches appear to have gone into the rear seat. While the average adult will barely fit into the back seat of the Acura (those over 5-9 will be on close terms with the headliner), the Jetta has significantly more rear headroom and more rear legroom than the average midsize sedan, much less the average compact. If you like a roomy rear seat, you'll love the Jetta. Room is one thing, comfort another. The rear seat feels overly hard, and neither the cushion nor the backrest was set at a comfortable angle for me. Clearly some German engineer found these angles optimal, though. So maybe it's just me. see full Volkswagen Jetta review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta.

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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