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Volvo XC90 (2012) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volvo XC90 and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen specs.

2012 Volvo XC90 and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Volvo XC90 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen  
Engine 3.2L I6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6200
236 lb-ft@3200
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 101.5 in 11.1 in
Length 188.9 in 179.3 in 9.6 in
Width 74.7 in 70.1 in 4.6 in
Height 70.2 in 59.2 in 11 in
Curb Weight 4544 lb. 3285 lb. 1259 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 14.5 gal. 6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 38.4 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 54.8 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 41.1 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 38.1 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 53.1 in 4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 0.0 in 54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 35.5 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 35.5 in 0.0 in 35.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 30.1 in 0.0 in 30.1 in
Total Legroom 105.7 in (over 3 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 29.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 32.8 ft3 -24 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 32.8 10.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 66.9 ft3 18.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC90

2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
 
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