Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Hyundai Elantra | |
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 | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 104.3 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 177.4 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 69.9 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 58.3 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 2747 lb. | 657 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 | 55.6 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.2 in | -54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 43.5 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.1 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.0 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 41.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan.
2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review |