Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 102.5 in | 18.7 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 174.3 in | 28.2 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 71.2 in | 5.7 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 66.3 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3433 lb. | 1188 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 56.2 in | 6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.1 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 54.8 in | 9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.8 in | 0.5 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) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 32.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | 60 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 84.9 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |