Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
5.0L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5500 336 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 112.2 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 185.6 in | 11.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 71.3 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 77.8 in | -19.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 5545 lb. | -2055 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 42.2 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 53.7 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 51.5 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 52.5 in | -11.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 56.3 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 53.9 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 41.9 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | -12.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 | -30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -65.1 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 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.