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Toyota RAV4 (2013) vs. Honda Fit (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Toyota RAV4 and 2008 Honda Fit specs.

2013 Toyota RAV4 and 2008 Honda Fit Specifications

Model Year 2013 2008  
Model Toyota RAV4 Honda Fit  
Engine 2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
176 hp@6000
172 lb-ft@4100
1.5L I4
OHC-4v
109 hp@5800
105 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 96.5 in 8.2 in
Length 179.9 in 157.4 in 22.5 in
Width 72.6 in 66.2 in 6.4 in
Height 65.4 in 60.0 in 5.4 in
Curb Weight 3435 lb. 2471 lb. 964 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 10.8 gal. 5.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.6 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 52.8 in 4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 51.2 in 3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.6 in 41.9 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 38.6 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.4 in 50.6 in 4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 48.8 in 51.0 in -2.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.2 in 33.7 in 3.5 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 75.6 in (over 2 rows) 4.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 38.4 ft3 21.3 ft3 17.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.4 ft3 41.9 ft3 31.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota RAV4

2013 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 The first two generations of the Toyota RAVs were much smaller than contemporaneous Honda CR-Vs. More than perhaps any other difference this one probably explains Toyota's lack of segment leadership. The third-generation RAV4, introduced for the 2006 model year, was much larger, and finally about the same size as the Honda. The new RAV4's body is an inch lower, but also a few inches longer. Compared to the CR-V, it's 1.6 inches longer, an inch wider, and 0.7 inches taller. This translates to a slightly roomier interior, and probably the roomiest in the segment unless one includes the boundary-defying Santa Fe Sport, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I have nearly five inches of knee room in the Honda. Quite good, but I have seven inches in the new RAV4. Beyond sheer space, the RAV4's rear seat cushion is a comfortable height off the floor, and its rear seat back reclines over a relatively wide range. The Honda's rear seat back can be set in only two different positions that aren't far apart. Add a third passenger, though, and the rear seat no longer seems so roomy. My three kids aren't large, but they complained about the amount of room. The reason isn't hard to find: for some reason the new RAV4 only offers 48.8 inches of rear hip room. This is much better than the 43.3 inches in the 2012, but still well short of the 53.3 inches in the CR-V. So, while the RAV4 has the edge in knee room, the Honda easily wins a hip room comparison. see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota RAV4

2013 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The drivers seat has a really long travel - I normally have the seat far back (5'11" with long legs) but I probably had 6 inches of travel further back I could have gone. The seat isn't overadjustable and not too hard to get into a comfortable position. The fake leather is a reasonable facsimile and has heated seats - would have to see how it does in the direct sun. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2013 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat room is pretty impressive and seating position is nice. Adjustable rake of the rear seat is a nice touch. Appears to have 3 car seat anchors. The rear seat appears to be the same size as, or maybe even larger than the original Highlander / RX300. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2013 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Fit

2008 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Enough head room for a tall person in front seats. On the Civic, my head was bumping against the visor. However on the FIT the seat height is *not* adjustable, on the Civic it is. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very roomy and comfortable. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
more than double the amount of cargo space than the yaris or scion,and an amazing amount of leg and head room for back seat passengers-even adults! see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The seats are just more comfortable. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Firm, high position, good back support, quality finish. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Works for me, this is personal see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Roomier than I thought for a subcompacy see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Two large adults fit well see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
so spacious,i like the compartement in the dashboard,in front of the transmission lever. see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
so spacious.indeed. see full Honda Fit review
2008 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Very good for size of car, but narrow - three across is a squeeze. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
There's barely any space in the back for a child. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Zero lumbar support results in a sore back on longer trips. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Small. Ok for 2 kids but not adequate for 3. (or at least my 3...) see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Smaller than the Scion xB. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
No seat height adjustment makes my bad back scream on longer drives. No lumbar support. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The seats are reasonably comfortable but there is insufficient lumbar support. If you are middle-aged or older and have lower back trouble you may be uncomfortable on drives over 1-2 hours. There is no height adjustment for the drivers seat. see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Driver armrest is uncomfortable. lack of an inside arm rest see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plain and simply uncomfortable see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too small for passengers see full Honda Fit review
 
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