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2006 Volkswagen Passat and 2010 Honda Civic Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Honda Civic | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,780 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,821 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,473 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,622 kg | 1,321 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 50 L | 20 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,001 mm | 974 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 950 mm | 10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,295 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 879 mm | 79 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 402 L | 340 L | 62 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
larger than chief competitors (BMW 3 series, Audi A4) see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Well bolstered seat, best seat heaters I ever had (have had Land Rovers and own a SAAB). see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good amount of rear leg room see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the front seat without squeezing the backseat. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the back seats. Room for three comfortably. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Firm, but not hard, adj lumbar, good wearing materials see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Soft, well supporting seats see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for adults see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No thigh support, not as comfortable as my 2000 Passat see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My two teenagers complain that the rear seat cushion is low and not very comfortable to sit on for long distances. the leg room is great. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Honda Civic
| 2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
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