Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota 4Runner | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 103.7 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 180.0 in | 9.2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 69.4 in | 5.8 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 58.7 in | 10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 3480 lb. | 775 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.9 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 54.3 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 54.1 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.1 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.9 in | 0.0 in | 32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 0.0 in | 48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.1 in | 0.0 in | 24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 22.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.6 ft3 | 11.6 | 25 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.1 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 63.5 ft3 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |