Volkswagen Tiguan (2015) vs. Fiat 500L (2014) Specs

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2015 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2014 Fiat 500L Specifications

Model Year	2015	2014
Model	Volkswagen Tiguan	Fiat 500L
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700	turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@2500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.5 in	102.8 in	-0.3 in
Length	174.5 in	167.3 in	7.2 in
Width	71.2 in	69.8 in	1.4 in
Height	65.6 in	65.7 in	-0.1 in
Curb Weight	3404 lb.	3254 lb.	150 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.8 gal.	13.2 gal.	3.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	40.7 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.2 in	57.3 in	-1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.9 in	-54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.1 in	40.0 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.0 in	38.7 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.0 in	54.6 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.4 in	-49.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.8 in	36.7 in	-0.9 in
Total Legroom	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	-0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.8 ft³	22.4 ft³	1.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.1 ft³	68.0 ft³	-11.9 ft³

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec. In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines. One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review

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2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The front seats in the 500 (no L) aren't my favorite aspect of the car (to put it lightly). Those in the 500L are totally different. They're not luxurious. They're not sporty. But they're firm without being overly firm and the way the seatback angles forward from its midpoint provides excellent mid-back support. A power lumbar adjuster is available, but the tested car lacked this feature and I didn't miss it. The Soul's front seats are flatter, firmer, lacking in lumbar support, and generally much less comfortable. see full Fiat 500L review

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The 500L's rear seat, which slides and reclines, is mounted very high off the floor, and consequently provides better thigh support than most. Slide it all the way back, and legroom is plentiful (if still not as plentiful as in the Kia). But combine the high cushion with the optional panoramic sunroof, and even though I'm only 5-9 my scalp nearly touched the headliner. Anyone who intends to carry people over 5-10 in the back seat best skip the sunroof. Without it the 500L has much more rear headroom. see full Fiat 500L review

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	This isn't a problem for me exactly, but I've noticed other reviewers have mentioned it. The front seats are firm and I've been told that the seat fabric in some of the other models can be a bit slick. It took me a few days to get fully accustomed to the seats and find the position that works best for me. I like the firmness because it gives extra support. It's certainly something you'll want to pay attention to when you test drive it. see full Fiat 500L review

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