Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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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 | 114.7 in | -10 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 188.5 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 75.2 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 69.8 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4743 lb. | -1063 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.0 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 39.8 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 59.8 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.0 in | -1.7 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) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 27.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -17.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 29.4 | 7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |