Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 EV | Acura MDX | |
Engine | Electric 154 hp 273 lb-ft |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 108.3 in | -3.6 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 191.6 in | -11.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 78.5 in | -7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.2 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4032 lb. | 4550 lb. | -518 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -21 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 61.6 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 59.0 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 38.6 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 61.5 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 59.1 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -28.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 22.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 | 42.9 ft3 | -5.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
2014 Toyota RAV4 EV Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 154-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
im my opinion the seats could have been a little more comfortable. see full Toyota RAV4 EV review |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |