| Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 103.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 174.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 70.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 65.6 in | 69.7 in | -4.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 3444 lb. | 147 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 56.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
| 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec. In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines. One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review | |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan.
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |