Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota 4Runner | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112.4 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 187.2 in | 2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 75.9 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 68.0 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4505 lb. | 5300 lb. | -795 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.7 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 57.4 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.9 in | 0.0 in | 32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 0.0 in | 48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.1 in | 0.0 in | 24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 23.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.6 ft3 | 31.0 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.1 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2006 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 |