Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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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 | 118.9 in | -14.2 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 203.7 in | -22.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 78.5 in | -7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 69.9 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4844 lb. | -1164 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 61.5 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 58.0 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 39.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 61.0 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 57.8 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 37.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.6 in | 57.6 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 48.3 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 33.2 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 70.3 ft3 | -33.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -43.3 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 |
2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |