Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 102.5 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 174.3 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 71.2 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.3 in | -8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2745 lb. | 3433 lb. | -688 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.2 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.1 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 54.8 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 0.0 in | 43.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.8 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.3 | 23.0 ft3 | -10.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -43.8 ft3 |
2013 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Corolla's specs indicate rear legroom worthy of a large sedan, 41.3 inches, a substantial four more than in the Sentra and five more than in last year's Corolla. To provide this increase, Toyota stretched the car's wheelbase by four inches, taking it from the shortest in the segment to the 106.3-inch dimension shared by the Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, and Nissan. The Ford Focus, with a 104.3-inch wheelbase, is now the briefest of the bunch. The Corolla's overall length has also grown by four inches, to 182.6. Subjectively, the Corolla's advantage over the Sentra seems about half as large. Still a lot of legroom for a compact, especially in conjunction with a more comfortably positioned seat. Rear seat headroom is in much shorter supply in both cars. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2013 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla 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 |