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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 106.3 in | -3.8 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 176.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 69.5 in | 1.7 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 59.8 in | 6.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 2937 lb. | 496 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 43.5 in | -3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 24.3 | -1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -9.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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