| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 275 hp@5400 323 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 | 112.2 in | -9.7 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 192.5 in | -18.2 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 76.4 in | -5.2 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 73.2 in | -6.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 5390 lb. | -1759 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -8.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 62.4 in | -6.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.6 in | -58.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 61.2 in | -6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.9 in | -57.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 34.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.4 in | -36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.3 in | -27.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | -28 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 39.2 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 90.8 ft3 | -34.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.