Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 107.8 in | -5.3 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 190.2 in | -15.9 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 73.1 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 58.4 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3671 lb. | -238 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 56.7 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.1 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.8 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.4 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.3 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 14.2 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 41.9 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |