Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Suzuki Grand Vitara | Toyota Avalon | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,498 mm | 5,009 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,694 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,573 kg | 1,583 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 70 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 953 mm | 17 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,118 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,039 mm | 944 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 691 L | 408 L | 283 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,951 L | 14.4 | -13.4 L |
2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |