Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 106.4 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 175.6 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 69.7 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 52.8 in | 13.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3064 lb. | 369 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 54.8 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.7 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.8 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.9 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 32.2 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 7.6 | 15.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 48.5 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |