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Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Scion tC | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.5 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 174.3 in | -0.3 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 71.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 66.3 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 3433 lb. | -463 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.2 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.1 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 54.8 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 0.0 in | 47.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 35.8 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 23.0 ft3 | -10.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -20.7 ft3 |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |