Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 3,023 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 5,245 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,620 kg | 2,530 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 106 L | -36 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,006 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,529 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,011 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,275 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 408 L | 527 L | -119 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 1,557 L | 13.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 | 3,067 L | 11.4 |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 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 |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |