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Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 110.2 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 196.0 in | -8.8 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.8 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 58.5 in | 9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 5254 lb. | 3770 lb. | 1484 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.1 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 44.5 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.0 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 55.5 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |