Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 102.4 in | 2 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 171.1 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 70.0 in | 69.5 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 61.0 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 3131 lb. | -56 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.3 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 52.6 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.2 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -4.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 | -33.9 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 |
2010 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |