| Model Year | 2016 | 2022 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 170 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1000 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 163 hp@6250 152 lb-ft@4500 |
|
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 106.7 in | -2.3 in |
| Length | 183.3 in | 180.5 in | 2.8 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 74.1 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 66.1 in | -8.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3371 lb. | 3554 lb. | -183 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.0 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 56.0 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | -49.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Ford Escape.