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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 | 2,604 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,427 mm | 4,475 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,808 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,684 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,557 kg | 1,332 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 53 L | 11 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,016 mm | 992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,369 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,001 mm | 990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,336 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 925 mm | -16 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 688 L | -14 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 651 L | 24.3 | 626.7 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,589 L | 1,849 L | 0 L |
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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