Volkswagen Tiguan (2010) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2006) Specs

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2010 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year	2010	2006
Model	Volkswagen Tiguan	Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.5 in	126.6 in	-24.1 in
Length	174.3 in	203.0 in	-28.7 in
Width	71.2 in	75.7 in	-4.5 in
Height	66.3 in	65.4 in	0.9 in
Curb Weight	3631 lb.	4841 lb.	-1210 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.8 gal.	25.1 gal.	-8.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	39.8 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.2 in	60.3 in	-4.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.1 in	39.8 in	0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.0 in	40.4 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.8 in	59.6 in	-4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.8 in	36.2 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.2 in	-37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	52.8 in	-52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.4 in	-32.4 in
Total Legroom	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	108.4 in (over 3 rows)	-32.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.8 ft³	15.3 ft³	8.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	23.0 ft³	42.2 ft³	-19.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.1 ft³	85.0 ft³	-28.9 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review

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