Model Year | 2020 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 108.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 191.6 in | -10.7 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 78.5 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 68.2 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4550 lb. | -1060 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 61.6 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 59.0 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.2 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 61.5 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 59.1 in | -11.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 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 | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -30.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 22.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 | 42.9 ft3 | -5.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 83.5 ft3 | -83.5 |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 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 |