Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mercury Milan | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 107.4 in | 13.8 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 190.2 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 72.2 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 55.8 in | 13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4494 lb. | 3303 lb. | 1191 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 57.4 in | 5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.3 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 56.5 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.0 in | -0.7 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) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 29.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 15.8 | 67.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 124.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Routan.
2008 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I needed to fit 3 child car seats in the back, which it does better than my VW Passat it replaced. see full Mercury Milan review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The Milan is a comfortable car to ride in both in front and in back with lots of legroom. see full Mercury Milan review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Average size adults fit comfortably with good head room. see full Mercury Milan review |
2008 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
My head was squashed into the roof. Could not adjust seat to find a tolerable position. see full Mercury Milan review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I felt very constrained in all movements. see full Mercury Milan review |