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Volkswagen Routan (2009) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche specs.

2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Volkswagen Routan Chevrolet Avalanche  
Engine 4.0L V6
OHC-4v
251 hp@6000
259 lb-ft@4200		 5.3L V8
OHV-2v
320 hp@5300
340 lb-ft@4200		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUT  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.2 in 130.0 in -8.8 in
Length 202.5 in 221.3 in -18.8 in
Width 76.9 in 79.1 in -2.2 in
Height 68.9 in 76.6 in -7.7 in
Curb Weight 4621 lb. 5742 lb. -1121 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.5 gal. 31.0 gal. -10.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.1 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.0 in 65.3 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 64.4 in -64.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 41.3 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 40.0 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 64.7 in 65.2 in -0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 62.3 in -62.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 39.1 in -2.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 0.0 in 37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 62.0 in 0.0 in 62 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.8 in 0.0 in 31.8 in
Total Legroom 108.7 in (over 3 rows) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 28.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.3 ft3 45.5 ft3 -13.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 83.0 ft3 45.5 37.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 141.0 ft3 101.1 ft3 39.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan

2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD		 The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
 
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