Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,978 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,710 kg | 1,615 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,130 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,008 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 973 mm | -33 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,336 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 762 mm | -762 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 439 L | 348 L | 91 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 1,053 L | 14.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 | 2,067 L | 13.5 |
2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti 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 |