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2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2016 Fiat 500 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Fiat 500 | |
| Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 135 hp@5500 150 lb-ft@2500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 90.6 in | 13.8 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 139.6 in | 42.6 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 64.1 in | 5.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 59.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 2505 lb. | 570 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 10.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 49.4 in | 5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 47.9 in | -47.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 35.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 46.4 in | 7.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 42.6 in | -42.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 31.7 in | 6.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 72.4 in (over 2 rows) | 6.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 30.1 ft3 | -14.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Fiat 500
| 2016 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2015 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review |
| 2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review |
| 2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 review |
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