Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 106.3 in | -3.8 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 178.7 in | -4.2 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 72.8 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 74.9 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 4165 lb. | -761 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.4 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.3 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.1 in | -46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 34.4 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2010 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |