2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. Both 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Tiguan | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
