Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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 SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 104.7 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 181.1 in | 5.5 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 71.5 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 66.3 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4726 lb. | 3680 lb. | 1046 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.8 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.8 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.7 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 55.3 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 52.4 in | 8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 38.3 in | -2.8 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 | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -32.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 22.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.5 | 37.2 ft3 | -2.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 |