Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.7 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 181.1 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.5 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 66.3 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3680 lb. | -247 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.1 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.8 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.8 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 55.3 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 38.3 in | -2.9 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 | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 37.2 ft3 | -25.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -61 ft3 |
2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |