Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
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. | 3680 lb. | 2162 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 |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |