Model Year | 2010 | 2021 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 105.1 in | 16.1 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 182.1 in | 20.4 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 71.5 in | 5.4 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 67.5 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3449 lb. | 1172 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 58.2 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.3 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 57.2 in | 7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.4 in | -3.1 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) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 26 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 35.4 | 47.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 | 64.9 ft3 |
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 |
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