| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@5100 281 Nm@1700 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,604 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,427 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,808 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,684 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,647 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 85 L | -21 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,011 mm | 992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 983 mm | 8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 937 mm | -28 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 385 L | 289 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 651 L | 1,243 L | 650 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,589 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
| 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 |
| 2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |