Model Year | 2019 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 102.5 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 174.5 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 71.2 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 65.6 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3591 lb. | -101 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 56.2 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.1 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.0 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 0.0 in | 47.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.8 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 56.1 ft3 | -56.1 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec. In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines. One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |