Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
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 167 hp@7000 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 | 1,110 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata.