Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 104.7 in | 10 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 181.1 in | 7.4 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 71.5 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 69.8 in | 66.3 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4743 lb. | 3680 lb. | 1063 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 57.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 53.8 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 55.3 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 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 | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -27.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.4 | 37.2 ft3 | -7.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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 |