Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@1900 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 102.8 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 186.1 in | 171.3 in | 14.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 68.3 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 57.9 in | 8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3765 lb. | 2910 lb. | 855 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 55.1 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 52.4 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.8 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 53.9 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 53.9 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 35.4 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 0.0 in | 33.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 47.8 in | 0.0 in | 47.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.9 in | 0.0 in | 27.9 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 26.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.0 ft3 | 18.3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.3 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan.
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |