Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 104.7 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 181.1 in | 5.1 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.5 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 66.3 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 3680 lb. | 410 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.8 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.8 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.4 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.3 in | -1.9 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 | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.3 | 37.2 ft3 | 1.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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 |