Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 105.9 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 178.1 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 72.4 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 66.3 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 3732 lb. | -101 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 56.0 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.3 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.8 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 34.3 | -11.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Escape.