Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Audi A5 / S5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 108.3 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 182.1 in | 15.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.0 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 54.0 in | 4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3925 lb. | -435 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 54.3 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.0 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 52.8 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 31.7 in | 9.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 9.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi A5 / S5.