Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,600 mm | 3,995 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,615 kg | 1,107 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 48 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,336 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,100 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 762 mm | 0 mm | 762 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 150 L | 198 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,053 L | 5.3 | -4.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,067 L | 5.3 | -3.3 L |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |