| Model Year | 2009 | 2022 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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 Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 103.8 in | 17.4 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 173.4 in | 29.1 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 73.8 in | 3.1 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 64.6 in | 4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3184 lb. | 1437 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 56.7 in | 6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.1 in | 9.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.3 in | -2 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) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 28.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 27.2 | 55.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 59.8 ft3 | 81.2 ft3 |
| 2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Jeep Compass.