Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | GMC Yukon | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 403 hp@5700 417 lb-ft@4300 |
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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 | 116.0 in | -13.5 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 202.0 in | -27.7 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 79.0 in | -7.8 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 76.9 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 5817 lb. | -2186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.1 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 65.3 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.3 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 65.2 in | -10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.6 in | -60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.0 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -30 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 | -37.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -52.8 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 |
2011 GMC Yukon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
Room for my big family. see full GMC Yukon review |