Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 112.6 in | -10.1 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 198.3 in | -24 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 78.9 in | -7.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 70.0 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 4457 lb. | -1024 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 61.5 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.6 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 61.0 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.8 in | -56.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.5 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -37.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 | -25.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.