Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Cadenza | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.0 in | 102.5 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 174.3 in | 21.2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 71.2 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 66.3 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 3433 lb. | 235 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.1 in | 5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.8 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.8 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 23.0 ft3 | -7.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -40.2 ft3 |
2014 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Impala has an inch or two more rear legroom than the Cadenza, but this difference is much like that between a pool that is 12 feet deep and one that is 15. All of these sedans have more rear legroom than all but the tallest passengers will need. The Cadenza more than makes up for this trivial difference in quantity with a rear seat cushion that is more comfortably shaped and positioned than that in the Impala, and cushier than the overly firm park bench in the Avalon. The Azera's rear seat is similar, though. If you are carrying tall passengers in back, headroom will be a factor long before legroom will. None of these cars have an abundance of it. When both the Cadenza and the Impala are fitted with panoramic sunroofs the Impala has about a half-inch more. Not a large amount, but for some people it will be the difference between contacting the headliner and not contacting it. see full Kia Cadenza review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Cadenza.
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |