Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 102.5 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 161.9 in | 174.3 in | -12.4 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.2 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 49.9 in | 66.3 in | -16.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3108 lb. | 3433 lb. | -325 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 39.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 56.2 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.1 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.0 in | -39 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.8 in | -35.8 in |
Total Legroom | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.2 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.2 | 23.0 ft3 | -13.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.2 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -46.9 ft3 |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
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 |