Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 112.6 in | -10.1 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 188.9 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 74.7 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 70.2 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 4826 lb. | -1195 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.0 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 57.4 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 34.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.1 in | -30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | -29.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 43.3 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -29 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 |
2010 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |