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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 106.3 in | -3.8 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 183.9 in | -9.6 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 74.2 in | -3 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 67.3 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3605 lb. | -172 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 59.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 58.7 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -16.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
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