Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@4800 184 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 118.1 in | -13.7 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 200.8 in | -18.6 in |
Width | 70.0 in | 77.6 in | -7.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 71.5 in | -14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3007 lb. | 4367 lb. | -1360 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 42.1 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 64.5 in | -9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.8 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 41.6 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 63.2 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 66.0 in | -66 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.7 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -41.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -19.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 63.6 ft3 | -48.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -92.9 ft3 |
2014 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta.
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |