Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 121.1 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 204.4 in | -17.2 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.0 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 72.1 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5300 lb. | 4470 lb. | 830 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 25.0 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 59.9 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 61.2 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.9 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -38.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.0 | 74.1 ft3 | -43.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -65.5 ft3 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |