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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Volkswagen Tiguan (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications

Model Year 2018 2014  
Model Subaru Forester Volkswagen Tiguan  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 102.5 in 1.4 in
Length 180.9 in 174.5 in 6.4 in
Width 70.7 in 71.2 in -0.5 in
Height 66.4 in 65.6 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3653 lb. 3591 lb. 62 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 16.8 gal. -0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 39.1 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 56.2 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.0 in 40.1 in 2.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.0 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 55.0 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 0.0 in 53 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 35.8 in 2.2 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 5.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.4 ft3 23.8 ft3 10.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 74.7 ft3 56.1 ft3 18.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec. In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines. One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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