Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5400 335 lb-ft@4000 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 112.4 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 187.2 in | 14.8 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 75.9 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 76.9 in | 68.0 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 5636 lb. | 5300 lb. | 336 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 38.7 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 57.7 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.4 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 0.0 in | 60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.6 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 0.0 in | 61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 0.0 in | 25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 29 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 31.0 | 29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 37.9 ft3 |
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |