Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 104.7 in | 25.3 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 181.1 in | 40.2 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 71.5 in | 7.6 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 66.3 in | 10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5842 lb. | 3655 lb. | 2187 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 57.1 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 53.8 in | 10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 55.3 in | 9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 52.4 in | 9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -29.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 33.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.5 | 37.2 ft3 | 8.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 28.1 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of space to stretch out in, and has sliding seats to adjust the legroom or rear cargo capactity. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Leg room is confortable for large people, not croweded see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Excellent rear seat room with sliding rear seat. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seems a little more cramped than competing models. see full Toyota RAV4 review |