Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,630 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,524 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 60 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 1,036 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,008 mm | 936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 848 mm | 973 mm | -125 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 | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 348 L | 3 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 1,053 L | 11.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 2,067 L | 10.4 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 |