Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Suzuki XL7 | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 243 lb-ft@2300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 104.7 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 181.1 in | 16.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 71.5 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 66.3 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4048 lb. | 3655 lb. | 393 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.8 in | 0.5 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 | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.8 in | 37.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 52.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 43.3 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 30.0 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.2 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.1 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.3 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
2008 Suzuki XL7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I like being able to seat 7 people, which we have done several times. To be fair the 3rd row seats are best for children or small adults but the way the second row can be folded makes access easier. The front & second row seats have lots of legroom. see full Suzuki XL7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats are fully adjustable which I appreciate a lot on a long drive. I tend to stiffen up in a less adjustable seat but the XL7 allows me to readjust enough to really help. Plenty of headroom and comfort. see full Suzuki XL7 review |
2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of space to stretch out in, and has sliding seats to adjust the legroom or rear cargo capactity. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Leg room is confortable for large people, not croweded see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Excellent rear seat room with sliding rear seat. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seems a little more cramped than competing models. see full Toyota RAV4 review |