Model Year | 2019 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
5.4L V8 OHC-2v 310 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 119.0 in | -13.1 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 206.5 in | -25.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 78.8 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 77.2 in | -10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 5805 lb. | -2315 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -13.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 63.2 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 60.2 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.1 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 63.7 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 59.9 in | -12.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.1 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.2 in | -50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 | 55.0 ft3 | -17.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 108.3 ft3 | -108.3 |
2019 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 |
2019 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 |
2014 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |