Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 102.5 in | 9.7 in |
Length | 192.3 in | 174.3 in | 18 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 71.2 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 66.3 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4446 lb. | 3631 lb. | 815 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.1 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 54.8 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 35.8 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | 44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | 26.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 23.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 |