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2010 Volkswagen Routan and 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 112.5 in | 8.7 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 188.8 in | 13.7 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 71.4 in | 5.5 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 69.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3668 lb. | 953 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.7 in | 7.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.9 in | 8.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 40.2 in | -3.9 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) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 27.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 35.7 | 47.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | 73.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Routan
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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