Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Nissan Armada | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 317 hp@4900 385 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 123.2 in | -20.7 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 207.7 in | -33.2 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 79.3 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 77.2 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 5593 lb. | -2002 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -11.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 65.0 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 61.3 in | -61.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.8 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 65.0 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.8 in | -60.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 41.9 in | -6.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 63.7 in | -63.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.8 in | -48.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 115.9 in (over 3 rows) | -40 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 56.7 ft3 | -32.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 97.1 ft3 | -41 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 |
2008 Nissan Armada Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 317-horsepower 5.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not enough legroom and headroom in 3rd row seat. see full Nissan Armada review |