Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 106.9 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 186.2 in | 11 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 72.6 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 66.1 in | -7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3870 lb. | -380 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.6 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.5 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 57.1 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 55.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.4 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -23.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -70.3 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |