Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,604 mm | 2,489 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,432 mm | 4,067 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,808 mm | 1,722 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,666 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,544 kg | 1,244 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 47 L | 17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 993 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,285 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 945 mm | 46 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,250 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 792 mm | 117 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 422 L | 252 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,589 L | 719 L | -718 L |
2014 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 |
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |