Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Ford Mustang | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 107.1 in | -4.6 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 188.5 in | -14.2 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 73.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 55.8 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3501 lb. | -68 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.3 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.4 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 34.7 in | 4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 47.8 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.8 in | -46.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 29.8 in | 6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 13.4 | 9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 42.7 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 |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |