Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 112.4 in | 8.8 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 187.2 in | 15.3 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 75.9 in | 1 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 68.0 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 5300 lb. | -679 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 57.7 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 57.4 in | 7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 31.0 | 52 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 70 ft3 |
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan 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 |