Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 121.1 in | -18.6 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 200.3 in | -25.8 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 75.6 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 72.4 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 5249 lb. | -1845 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.3 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.9 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.5 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -37.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -20 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -27.2 ft3 |
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec. In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines. One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2014 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 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |