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Volkswagen Jetta (2011) vs. GMC Acadia (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2008 GMC Acadia specs.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2008 GMC Acadia Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Volkswagen Jetta GMC Acadia  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
275 hp@6600
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.4 in 118.9 in -14.5 in
Length 182.2 in 200.7 in -18.5 in
Width 70.0 in 78.2 in -8.2 in
Height 57.2 in 72.8 in -15.6 in
Curb Weight 3075 lb. 4722 lb. -1647 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 22.0 gal. -7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.4 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 61.9 in -6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 57.8 in -57.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.3 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 61.1 in -7.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 57.9 in -57.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 36.9 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.4 in -38.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.8 in -57.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.3 in -48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.2 in -33.2 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 111.4 in (over 3 rows) -32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.5 ft3 19.7 ft3 -4.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.5 69.0 ft3 -53.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.5 ft3 117.0 ft3 -101.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2008 GMC Acadia

2008 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of head room for tall folks. Comfortable seats. Lots of knee room. see full GMC Acadia review
2009 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Power seats have versatile adjustments. Thigh support is better than some compact SUVs that I compared. Tilt and telescoping steering wheel is flexible for driving position. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Since this is our family hauler, it needed to accommodate 5 people, with enough space between 3 kids to keep long trips bearable. Adults can sit comfortably in the third row. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row is big enough for adults, leg room & head room, comfortable bench seat; 2nd row captains chairs were an option that I chose; easy to get around 2nd row and into 3rd row. I believe the Acadia was 11" longer than the Toyota Highlander. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Captain chairs makes it easier to bring the dog on long trips. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row seating actually is practical. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There are very few SUVs that can seat 7 VERY comfortably that are not HUGE suburban type SUVs. We are very pleased that the 3rd row can truly seat 3 adults with no issues. I love that I can still load it up at Costco by folding the 3rd seat down! see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Love how comfy it is-- heated seats, (though I would have loved the 2009 A/C seats on my 2008-- boo hoo!), all the controls-- love the music controls on the steering wheel. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Plenty of legroom, seat has many adjustment. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Best 3rd row leg room in its class. Smart slide seats provide easy access to 3rd row see full GMC Acadia review
2008 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Have taken this car on long trips, 14 hours of driving, multiple days in a row. The front seats are ok but not very comfortable. It's even tiring for the passenger. see full GMC Acadia review
 
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