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2008 Mercury Mariner and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercury Mariner | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 102.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 174.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 71.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 65.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3526 lb. | 3591 lb. | -65 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 56.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.1 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercury Mariner
| 2008 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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