Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 111.2 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 188.5 in | -14 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 74.1 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 67.0 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 4009 lb. | -418 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 59.6 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 43.6 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.4 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 59.6 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.3 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 32.6 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 81.6 ft3 | -25.5 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review |