Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 102.5 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 174.3 in | 8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.2 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 66.3 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3433 lb. | 94 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.1 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.2 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.1 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.8 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 35.8 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 23.0 ft3 | -10.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -43.7 ft3 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 |