Model Year | 2006 | 2020 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 113.8 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 196.8 in | 0.4 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 76.0 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 71.6 in | -13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4430 lb. | -940 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.3 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 61.1 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 60.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.5 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | -30.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 47.5 ft3 | -33.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | -72.1 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 2020 Subaru Ascent.