Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 113.7 in | -9 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 193.4 in | -12.3 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 73.7 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 72.8 in | -6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1026 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.0 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.4 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 38.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 58.9 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 37.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.6 in | 53.1 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 45.3 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 34.9 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |