Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Saab 9-2X | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 99.4 in | 11.6 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 175.6 in | 21.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 66.7 in | 6.1 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 57.7 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3263 lb. | 227 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 52.7 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.3 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.9 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 52.9 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 51.7 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 33.7 in | 7.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 61.6 ft3 | -47.2 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 |
2006 Saab 9-2X Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat leg room. Rear door opening tight at shoe level. Swooping c-pillar design obstructs outward visibility. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Lack of any type of lumbar support is very uncomfortable. I opened the seat and installed my own inflatable device...much better now. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Somewhat cramped rear legroom. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Not really very luxurious. see full Saab 9-2X review |