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Volkswagen Jetta (2014) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta and 2008 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2014 Volkswagen Jetta and 2008 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2014 2008  
Model Volkswagen Jetta Hyundai Sonata  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
234 hp@6000
226 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.4 in 107.4 in -3 in
Length 182.2 in 188.9 in -6.7 in
Width 70.0 in 72.1 in -2.1 in
Height 57.2 in 58.0 in -0.8 in
Curb Weight 3158 lb. 3458 lb. -300 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 17.7 gal. -3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.1 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 57.4 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.5 in -55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 43.7 in -2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 38.2 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 56.9 in -3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.3 in -55.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 37.4 in 0.7 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.8 in
Cargo Volume 15.5 ft3 16.3 ft3 -0.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta

2014 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
 

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2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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