Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Pontiac Montana SV6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 121.1 in | -18.6 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 205.6 in | -31.3 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 72.0 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 72.0 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 4426 lb. | -993 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -8.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 59.9 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.9 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 61.2 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.9 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 74.5 ft3 | -51.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -80.4 ft3 |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are very comfortable and roomy compared to the Chrysler Town and Country see full Pontiac Montana SV6 review |