Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Infiniti M | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 4.5L V8 DOHC-4v 325 hp@6400 336 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 104.7 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 192.6 in | 181.1 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 71.5 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 59.4 in | 66.3 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4159 lb. | 3680 lb. | 479 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 57.1 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.8 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.2 in | 41.8 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.3 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.4 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.3 in | -1 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 | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -28.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 37.2 ft3 | -22.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -58.1 ft3 |
2008 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Huge rear seat with tons of space. Passengers routinly comment on how comfortable it is. Significantly more rear seat room then 5 series BMW. Ininiti G35/37 has more rear seat than the 5 series. see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are better padded than the 2006 and more comfortable see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I sit very tall, and have lots of headroom in this car see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of leg space. very comfortable seats see full Infiniti M review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ample, yet feels built for speed see full Infiniti M review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfy, yet generally supportive. Highly adjustable with two memory options. Cooled and heated seats are wonderful. see full Infiniti M review |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |