Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 112.4 in | -6.5 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 187.2 in | -3.3 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 75.9 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 68.0 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4290 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1010 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 38.7 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.7 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 38.3 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 57.4 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 35.6 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.8 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
2008 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 |
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 |
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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area 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 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 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 |
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 |