Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RLX | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 102.5 in | 9.7 in |
Length | 196.1 in | 174.3 in | 21.8 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 71.2 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.3 in | -8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3933 lb. | 3433 lb. | 500 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 56.2 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.1 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.8 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 35.8 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 23.0 ft3 | -7.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -40.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura RLX.
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 |