Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Tucson | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 102.5 in | 1 in |
Length | 170.3 in | 174.3 in | -4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 66.3 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 3631 lb. | -83 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.1 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 56.2 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.1 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 0.0 in | 51.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 35.8 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.7 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.7 | 23.0 ft3 | -0.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.5 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
2008 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson 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 |