Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 121.1 in | -16.4 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 200.6 in | -19.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 76.0 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 72.4 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 5545 lb. | -1865 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.3 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 40.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 58.9 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.5 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 38.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.6 in | 50.5 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 34.2 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |