Toyota FJ Cruiser (2007) vs. Volkswagen Tiguan (2009) Specs

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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications

Model Year	2007	2009
Model	Toyota FJ Cruiser	Volkswagen Tiguan
Engine	4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700
Transmission	5-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.9 in	102.5 in	3.4 in
Length	183.9 in	174.3 in	9.6 in
Width	74.6 in	71.2 in	3.4 in
Height	70.9 in	66.3 in	4.6 in
Curb Weight	4050 lb.	3631 lb.	419 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.0 gal.	16.8 gal.	2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	39.1 in	2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.4 in	56.2 in	2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.4 in	0.0 in	55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	40.1 in	1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.3 in	39.0 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.9 in	54.8 in	-0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.0 in	0.0 in	51 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.3 in	35.8 in	-4.5 in
Total Legroom	73.2 in (over 2 rows)	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	-2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	27.9 ft³	23.8 ft³	4.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	27.9	23.0 ft³	4.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum	66.8 ft³	56.1 ft³	10.7 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser

2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2008	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2007	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range	Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2007	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2007	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD	too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2007	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2007	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2007	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD	Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan

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

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