Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 220 hp@6250 204 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 104.7 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 181.1 in | 1.6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 66.3 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3560 lb. | -33 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 57.1 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.8 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.7 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.3 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 52.4 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.3 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.2 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.8 in | 52.6 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.1 in | 43.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 30.0 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.6 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander 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 |