Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Honda Odyssey | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 176 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@4100 |
3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 247 hp@5700 250 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 118.1 in | -13.4 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 202.9 in | -19.4 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 79.2 in | -6.6 in |
Height | 65.9 in | 68.4 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4337 lb. | -882 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 64.4 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 58.2 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.9 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 63.5 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.9 in | 66.1 in | -17.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.9 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.0 in | -38 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.9 in | -60.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.4 in | -42.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -44.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.4 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 | 93.1 ft3 | -54.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.4 ft3 | 148.5 ft3 | -75.1 ft3 |
2018 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Toyota RAV4.
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Odyssey has the best seat setup of any minivan on the market, by a large margin. Standard 8th seat, which is usable, easy to flip the 3rd row, adjustable 2nd row without floor rails to collect debris from kiddos. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 6-speed automatic FWD |
Nice and roomy 2nd row, we really like the Wide mode seating. Very nice 3rd row usable by adults. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seats are still more thinly padded than the competition - and the third row seat angle is merely adequate. My mother in law noted that our Ody 3rd row is really like a standard seat - not "3rd class" - but the Pacifica made her feel like she was "stuck in the back". see full Honda Odyssey review |