Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 102.5 in | -1 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 174.3 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 71.2 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 2968 lb. | 3433 lb. | -465 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.2 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.1 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 54.8 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 35.8 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 23.0 ft3 | -8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -10.1 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
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 |