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Volkswagen Tiguan (2009) vs. Audi A3 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2009 Audi A3 specs.

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2009 Audi A3 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Volkswagen Tiguan Audi A3  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1700
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.5 in 101.5 in 1 in
Length 174.3 in 168.7 in 5.6 in
Width 71.2 in 69.5 in 1.7 in
Height 66.3 in 56.0 in 10.3 in
Curb Weight 3631 lb. 3479 lb. 152 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.8 gal. 15.0 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 38.1 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.2 in 54.3 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.1 in 41.2 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 36.9 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 52.8 in 2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 34.8 in 1 in
Total Legroom 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) -0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 13.1 ft3 10.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.0 ft3 13.1 9.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 56.1 ft3 54.6 ft3 1.5 ft3

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

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Audi A3

2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review
 
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