Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 119.3 in | -16.8 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 200.0 in | -25.5 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 77.4 in | -6.2 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 68.9 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 4398 lb. | -807 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 42.0 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 63.8 in | -7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.4 in | -58.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.9 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.2 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 64.9 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 67.5 in | -67.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.6 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.8 in | -51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -46.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -19.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 94.5 ft3 | -70.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -92.8 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 Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |