Model Year | 2009 | 2022 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Kia Carnival | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 121.7 in | -19.2 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 203.0 in | -28.7 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 78.5 in | -7.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.5 in | -2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 4376 lb. | -943 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.9 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 64.2 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.8 in | -59.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.1 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 63.2 in | -8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 66.4 in | -66.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 40.5 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.5 in | -59.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | -41.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 40.2 ft3 | -16.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 86.9 ft3 | -63.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 145.1 ft3 | -89 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 2022 Kia Carnival.