Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Subaru Baja | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v 165 hp@5600 166 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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 102.5 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 193.3 in | 174.3 in | 19 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.2 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 65.1 in | 66.3 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3545 lb. | 3631 lb. | -86 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 56.2 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.1 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.0 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 54.8 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.8 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 23.8 ft3 | -23.8 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 0.0 | 23.0 ft3 | -23 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 56.1 ft3 | -56.1 |
2006 Subaru Baja Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUT turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers are going to have issues getting in and out. Also they will have to recline the seat too much just to keep their heads from hitting the roof. see full Subaru Baja 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 |