Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 108.3 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 184.0 in | 13.2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.7 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 64.8 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3710 lb. | -220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.0 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 54.8 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 55.8 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 53.0 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.4 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -15.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | -44.2 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 |
2009 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |