Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Toyota Sequoia | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 381 hp@5600 401 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 122.0 in | -11 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 205.1 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 79.8 in | -7 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 74.6 in | -16.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 5730 lb. | -2240 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 66.4 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 62.1 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.5 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.4 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 65.6 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 59.9 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.4 in | 4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 65.7 in | -65.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.3 in | -35.3 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 66.6 ft3 | -52.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 120.8 ft3 | -106.4 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Toyota Sequoia.