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Toyota RAV4 (2009) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Toyota RAV4 and 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban specs.

2009 Toyota RAV4 and 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Toyota RAV4 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
6.0L V8
OHV-2v
366 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@4300
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 116.0 in -11.3 in
Length 181.1 in 202.0 in -20.9 in
Width 71.5 in 79.0 in -7.5 in
Height 66.3 in 76.9 in -10.6 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 5530 lb. -1850 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 26.0 gal. -10.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 41.1 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 65.3 in -8.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 64.4 in -10.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.3 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 39.2 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 65.2 in -9.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 60.6 in -8.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 39.0 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 37.9 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.6 in 61.7 in -9.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 43.3 in 49.1 in -5.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 30.0 in 25.6 in 4.4 in
Total Legroom 110.1 in (over 3 rows) 105.9 in (over 3 rows) 4.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.3 ft3 16.9 ft3 -4.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.2 ft3 60.3 ft3 -23.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.0 ft3 108.9 ft3 -35.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota RAV4

2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
 
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