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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Volkswagen Tiguan (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Ford Explorer Volkswagen Tiguan  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,604 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,427 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,808 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,684 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 1,647 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 64 L 21 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 993 mm -992 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,427 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 991 mm -8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 909 mm 28 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 0 mm 950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 0 mm 886 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 674 L -289 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 651 L -650 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 1,589 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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