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Volkswagen Jetta (2016) vs. Jeep Compass (2012) Specs

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta and 2012 Jeep Compass Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Volkswagen Jetta Jeep Compass  
Engine turbocharged
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
170 hp@4800
184 lb-ft@1500
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@6000
165 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.4 in 103.7 in 0.7 in
Length 183.3 in 173.4 in 9.9 in
Width 70.0 in 69.3 in 0.7 in
Height 57.2 in 65.2 in -8 in
Curb Weight 3047 lb. 3097 lb. -50 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 13.6 gal. 0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.7 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 54.6 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.3 in -52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 40.6 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.9 in -2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 54.0 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 51.0 in -51 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 39.4 in -1.3 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 80 in (over 2 rows) -0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.7 ft3 22.7 ft3 -7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.7 ft3 53.6 ft3 -37.9 ft3

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