Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 91.7 in | 14.2 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 157.3 in | 23.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 67.7 in | 5.3 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 49.0 in | 18 in |
Curb Weight | 3370 lb. | 2527 lb. | 843 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 37.4 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 53.2 in | 4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 50.6 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.1 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 0.0 in | 47.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 5.3 ft3 | -5.3 |
2019 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 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2009 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 |