Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 109.8 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 189.2 in | -14.7 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 75.2 in | -4 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 69.3 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 4505 lb. | -914 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.0 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.8 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.2 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 34.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -24.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 36.6 ft3 | -12.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -19 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 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
This is a vehicle designed for people 5 fett 11 inches and under - no two ways about it. If you are 5 feel 11 or over you will not enjoy this truck. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The consequence of reducing overall height while maintaining trail worthy obstacle clearance is a relatively low to floor seating position more attune to sedans. Seats are comfortable though even for a big framed person. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Seat position low to floor leaves you sitting with a knee high position. Seats itself are comfortable, but there is no space for your feet under the front seats. All floor surfaces are almost flat though considering it truck roots. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not a power seat. Cannot get it into an optimum adjustment. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
No third row, cargo space small see full Toyota 4Runner review |