Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Expedition | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 5.4L V8 OHC-2v 310 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3600 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.0 in | 112.4 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 206.5 in | 187.2 in | 19.3 in |
Width | 78.8 in | 75.9 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 77.2 in | 68.0 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5578 lb. | 5300 lb. | 278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 28.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 57.7 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 60.2 in | 0.0 in | 60.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.7 in | 57.4 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.9 in | 0.0 in | 59.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 35.6 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.9 in | 0.0 in | 51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.2 in | 0.0 in | 50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 41 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 55.0 ft3 | 31.0 | 24 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.3 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 37.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 |