Volkswagen Jetta (2012) vs. Honda Pilot (2010) Specs

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2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2010 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2012	2010
Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.4 in	109.2 in	-4.8 in
Length	182.2 in	190.9 in	-8.7 in
Width	70.0 in	78.5 in	-8.5 in
Height	57.2 in	71.0 in	-13.8 in
Curb Weight	3157 lb.	4319 lb.	-1162 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	21.0 gal.	-6.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	40.0 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.2 in	61.5 in	-6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	58.6 in	-58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.4 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	39.8 in	-2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	62.2 in	-8.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	56.9 in	-56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	38.5 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.2 in	-38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	58.9 in	-58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	48.4 in	-48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.1 in	-32.1 in
Total Legroom	79.3 in (over 2 rows)	112 in (over 3 rows)	-32.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.5 ft³	18.0 ft³	-2.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.5	47.7 ft³	-32.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.5 ft³	87.0 ft³	-71.5 ft³

2012 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

2012 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 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review
2010	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review
2009	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review
2009	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review
2009	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review
2009	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review

2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review

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