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Volkswagen Tiguan (2009) vs. Volvo C30 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2009 Volvo C30 specs.

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2009 Volvo C30 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Volkswagen Tiguan Volvo C30  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1700
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.5 in 103.9 in -1.4 in
Length 174.3 in 167.4 in 6.9 in
Width 71.2 in 70.2 in 1 in
Height 66.3 in 57.0 in 9.3 in
Curb Weight 3433 lb. 3201 lb. 232 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.8 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 38.2 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.2 in 53.6 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.1 in 42.3 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 36.4 in 2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 47.0 in 7.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 41.5 in -41.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 33.9 in 1.9 in
Total Legroom 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.2 in (over 2 rows) -0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 12.9 ft3 10.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.0 ft3 12.9 10.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 56.1 ft3 20.2 ft3 35.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30

2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review
 
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