| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Jeep Wrangler | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 202 hp@5000 237 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 116.0 in | -13.5 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 184.4 in | -9.9 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 73.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 65.6 in | 72.3 in | -6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 4220 lb. | -629 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -22.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -25.9 ft3 |
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
| 2011 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Even tho there are rear seats, I would never ride in back, too small back there. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review |