Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,604 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,427 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,808 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,557 kg | 1,321 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,001 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 950 mm | 41 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,295 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 879 mm | 30 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 340 L | 334 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 651 L | 12.0 | 639 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,589 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
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 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |