Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | BMW Z4 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 98.2 in | 12.8 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 161.9 in | 35.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 70.1 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 49.9 in | 8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3495 lb. | 3108 lb. | 387 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 52.5 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.0 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 0.0 in | 58.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 40.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |