Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Subaru Tribeca | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 112.4 in | -4.2 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 187.2 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 75.9 in | -2 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 68.0 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4140 lb. | 5254 lb. | -1114 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -9.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 57.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 35.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.3 in | 0.0 in | 51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 0.0 in | 30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 30.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -22.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 31.0 | 6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
2012 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
enough leg room see full Subaru Tribeca review |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |