Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 105.9 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 180.9 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.0 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 67.0 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3490 lb. | 170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.5 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.8 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.0 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.5 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.4 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.7 in | -47.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 37.8 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -24.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 0.0 | 54.6 ft3 |
2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |