Model Year | 2021 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 102.5 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 182.1 in | 174.3 in | 7.8 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 71.2 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 67.5 in | 66.3 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3449 lb. | 3631 lb. | -182 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.1 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 56.2 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.1 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 54.8 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 35.8 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.4 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.4 | 23.0 ft3 | 12.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 76.1 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 20 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Subaru Forester.
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 |