Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Flex | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 117.9 in | -15.4 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 202.3 in | -28 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 75.9 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 67.6 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 4471 lb. | -1038 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.8 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.4 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.8 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 57.1 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 44.3 in | -8.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -42.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | -22 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -30.6 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |