| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Jeep Cherokee | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 106.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 182.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 73.2 in | -3.2 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 65.7 in | -8.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2804 lb. | 3590 lb. | -786 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 55.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.9 in | -49.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 54.9 ft3 | -39.4 ft3 |
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| 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 | 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Jeep Cherokee.