Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Honda Accord | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 271 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,009 mm | 4,930 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,847 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,583 kg | 1,612 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 70 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 1,052 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 978 mm | -25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,024 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 408 L | 396 L | 12 L |
2007 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 |
2011 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another reason I'm glad I got the EX model. The power lumbar on the drivers seat is my backs best friend. Even after 16 hour days and 1100 miles, my back is fine. Excellent seats! see full Honda Accord review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
6'4" and plenty of head and leg room. Leather seats and lumbar support fit me well. see full Honda Accord review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Spacing is good, material use is comfortable. see full Honda Accord review |
2011 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Lumbar support is too aggressive, and it is non-adjustable in the LX model. I have gotten used to them, but they are nowhere near the same league as my previously owned Saabs and BMWs. see full Honda Accord review |