Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Buick Rainier | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
4.2L I6 DOHC-4v 291 hp@6000 277 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 113.0 in | -2 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 193.4 in | 3.8 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 75.4 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 74.5 in | -16 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4417 lb. | -927 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.5 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.5 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 58.5 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 58.1 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.1 in | 3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | -29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -65.7 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 2006 Buick Rainier.