Model Year | 2023 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@1900 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 106.9 in | 3 in |
Length | 186.1 in | 184.6 in | 1.5 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 71.9 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 67.9 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3856 lb. | 3935 lb. | -79 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.1 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.0 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 54.9 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 36.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 32.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 47.8 in | 53.2 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.9 in | 30.2 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.0 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.3 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -15.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan.
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |