Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Honda Element | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 101.4 in | 1.1 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 169.9 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 71.6 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 70.4 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 3567 lb. | 64 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 43.3 in | -4.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.0 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.2 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.6 in | -47.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.1 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 25.1 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -18.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.