Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Chrysler Pacifica | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 116.3 in | -13.8 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 198.5 in | -24.2 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 79.3 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 66.5 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 4511 lb. | -880 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 60.8 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 60.5 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.9 in | -4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.9 in | -41.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.9 in | -29.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -20.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -23.4 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |