Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,600 mm | 4,915 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,615 kg | 1,623 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 76 L | -16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 947 mm | -946 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 927 mm | 46 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) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 439 L | -91 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,053 L | 15.5 | -14.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,067 L | 15.5 | -13.5 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 |
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |