Volkswagen Tiguan (2009) vs. Ford Fiesta (2011) Specs

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2011 Ford Fiesta Specifications

Model Year	2009	2011
Model	Volkswagen Tiguan	Ford Fiesta
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700	1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.5 in	98.0 in	4.5 in
Length	174.3 in	160.1 in	14.2 in
Width	71.2 in	66.8 in	4.4 in
Height	66.3 in	58.0 in	8.3 in
Curb Weight	3433 lb.	2537 lb.	896 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.8 gal.	11.9 gal.	4.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	39.1 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.2 in	52.7 in	3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	50.6 in	-50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.1 in	42.2 in	-2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.0 in	37.2 in	1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.8 in	49.0 in	5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.2 in	-49.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.8 in	31.2 in	4.6 in
Total Legroom	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	73.4 in (over 2 rows)	2.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.8 ft³	15.4 ft³	8.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	23.0 ft³	15.4	7.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.1 ft³	26.0 ft³	30.1 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan

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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	Its cramped, but seems about the same as any other car in its size range. It was easier to get in and out of compared to a Mazda 2 and about the same as current generation Prius C. I wouldn't take anyone long distances in the rear, but I didn't expect to. We have a 2009 Prius which is our long distance carry people car. I wanted something with good handling and economy that was well built and that's what I got. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	Smallish like all b-segment cars. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	I was told that it is comfortable for a short ride but after 45 minutes my passengers were complaining about lack of room and comfort. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Rear seat narrow and limited headroom see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	while it felt my family of 5 comfortably, it might not fit others.... see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	Rear seat legroom is limited, especially if front seat passengers adjust their seats rearward. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Basically, it is a two seater. Car seats and small children will fit ok in the back. Essentially it is a great commuter car. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	rear seat leg room is tight. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011	4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	Very tiny. Had to squeeze in. Not very comfortable for long term. Feels a bit crowded. see full Ford Fiesta review

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