Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 108.3 in | -3.6 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 191.6 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 78.5 in | -7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.2 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4550 lb. | -870 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.1 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 | 37.2 in | 37.5 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.6 in | 57.1 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 42.0 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 29.1 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 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 |