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Volkswagen Jetta (2012) vs. Honda Ridgeline (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2007 Honda Ridgeline specs.

2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2007 Honda Ridgeline Specifications

Model Year 2012 2007  
Model Volkswagen Jetta Honda Ridgeline  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
247 hp@5750
245 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUT  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.4 in 122.0 in -17.6 in
Length 182.2 in 206.8 in -24.6 in
Width 70.0 in 76.3 in -6.3 in
Height 57.2 in 70.3 in -13.1 in
Curb Weight 3082 lb. 4503 lb. -1421 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 22.0 gal. -7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.7 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 63.2 in -8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 57.6 in -57.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 40.8 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.1 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 62.6 in -9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 57.2 in -57.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 36.4 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 2.1 in
Cargo Volume 15.5 ft3 0.0 15.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

2012 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

2012 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Honda Ridgeline

2007 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Rear seats are as comfortable as any vehicle I have been in. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
The rear seat is very spacious and relatively comfortable. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Plenty of comfortable seat with the split bench. Can fit a car seat on the smaller right side and still have room for two adults with reasonable leg room. Both sides of the split bench can be easily flipped up for increased storage or down for seating. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Plenty of room and comfort for 5 passengers. Easy to put seats up or down, depending on hauling needs. Rear seat access is easy via the full-size rear passenger doors. Ventilation is good with the rear-vents between the front seats. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Very good leg room and back of seat angled properly see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
The most room of any "small" P/U truck. Comfortable driving position with lots of leg room. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Cabin width. Big, comfy heated leather seats. The back seats are flatter and less comfortable, but kids like them just fine. The cabin has plenty of room and many storage bins. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Room to seat three person comfortably in the rear seat. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
There is no hump in the floor, thus allowing the rear seat to accommodate three adults. The seat is split for folding up for more flexibility. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Lots of legroom and comfortable seats, like sitting in an easy chair. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Nothing and is a strength. My golfing buddies love to ride with me. see full Honda Ridgeline review
 
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