Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 168 hp@6000 155 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 102.5 in | -5.4 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 174.5 in | -31.4 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 71.2 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 65.6 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3404 lb. | -549 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 56.2 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.1 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 55.0 in | -16 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 35.8 in | -8.3 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -7.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.2 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -19.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -51.9 ft3 |
2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
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 |