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2009 Volkswagen Passat and 2020 Jeep Compass Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 180 hp@6400 175 lb-ft@3900 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.8 in | 2.9 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 173.0 in | 15 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 64.6 in | -4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3512 lb. | 3184 lb. | 328 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 56.7 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 59.8 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Passat
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. 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 |
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. 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 |
| 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 |
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Jeep Compass
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