| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Jeep Commander | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 330 hp@5000 375 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 109.5 in | -7 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 188.5 in | -14 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 74.8 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 65.6 in | 71.9 in | -6.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 5052 lb. | -1648 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 42.1 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 59.0 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.5 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.4 in | -47.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.9 in | -28.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 36.4 ft3 | -12.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 68.7 ft3 | -12.6 ft3 |
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Jeep Commander.