| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Jeep Commander | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 357 hp@5200 389 lb-ft@4350 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 109.5 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 188.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 74.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 71.9 in | -12.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3997 lb. | 5169 lb. | -1172 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 42.1 in | -3.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 59.0 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.5 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.4 in | -47.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.9 in | -28.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | -27.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 29.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.8 | 36.4 ft3 | -0.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 68.7 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 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 |
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 |
| 2007 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Commander.