| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota RAV4 | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 106.9 in | -2.2 in |
| Length | 181.1 in | 186.2 in | -5.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 66.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3655 lb. | 4090 lb. | -435 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 38.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 0.0 in | 30 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -26 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 38.3 | -1.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of space to stretch out in, and has sliding seats to adjust the legroom or rear cargo capactity. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Leg room is confortable for large people, not croweded see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Excellent rear seat room with sliding rear seat. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seems a little more cramped than competing models. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |