Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 114.7 in | -3.7 in |
Length | 195.2 in | 188.5 in | 6.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 75.2 in | -3 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 69.8 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3461 lb. | 4743 lb. | -1282 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -8.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.9 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.9 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.0 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.8 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 59.8 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -56.4 ft3 |
2013 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Avalon.
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |