Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 291 hp@6500 300 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 103.7 in | 1 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 180.4 in | 0.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 69.4 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 59.7 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 3572 lb. | 108 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.5 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.6 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 36.8 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.3 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 54.1 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.9 in | 2.4 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) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 13.8 | 23.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 46.6 ft3 | 26.4 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |