Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | GMC Acadia | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 118.9 in | -16.4 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 200.8 in | -26.5 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 78.9 in | -7.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 70.4 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 4850 lb. | -1219 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 61.6 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.3 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 61.0 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.8 in | -57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.8 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.4 in | -38.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.8 in | -57.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -35.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 24.1 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 | -47.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 116.1 ft3 | -60 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 |
2013 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third room has enough head room to even fit an adult comfortably and is wide enough to accommodate three individuals. It is one of the few SUV's that offer 8 seat capacity and has a larger interior capacity than a Tahoe. see full GMC Acadia review |