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2012 Toyota RAV4 and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota RAV4 | Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4,765 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,816 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,684 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,615 kg | 1,984 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 80 L | -20 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 869 mm | 104 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 932 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,336 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,100 mm | 1,118 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 762 mm | 714 mm | 48 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 467 L | -119 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,053 L | 1,393 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,067 L | 2,243 L | 0 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota RAV4
| 2012 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | The first two generations of the Toyota RAVs were much smaller than contemporaneous Honda CR-Vs. More than perhaps any other difference this one probably explains Toyota's lack of segment leadership. The third-generation RAV4, introduced for the 2006 model year, was much larger, and finally about the same size as the Honda. The new RAV4's body is an inch lower, but also a few inches longer. Compared to the CR-V, it's 1.6 inches longer, an inch wider, and 0.7 inches taller. This translates to a slightly roomier interior, and probably the roomiest in the segment unless one includes the boundary-defying Santa Fe Sport, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I have nearly five inches of knee room in the Honda. Quite good, but I have seven inches in the new RAV4. Beyond sheer space, the RAV4's rear seat cushion is a comfortable height off the floor, and its rear seat back reclines over a relatively wide range. The Honda's rear seat back can be set in only two different positions that aren't far apart. Add a third passenger, though, and the rear seat no longer seems so roomy. My three kids aren't large, but they complained about the amount of room. The reason isn't hard to find: for some reason the new RAV4 only offers 48.8 inches of rear hip room. This is much better than the 43.3 inches in the 2012, but still well short of the 53.3 inches in the CR-V. So, while the RAV4 has the edge in knee room, the Honda easily wins a hip room comparison. see full Toyota RAV4 review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota RAV4
| 2012 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The drivers seat has a really long travel - I normally have the seat far back (5'11" with long legs) but I probably had 6 inches of travel further back I could have gone. The seat isn't overadjustable and not too hard to get into a comfortable position. The fake leather is a reasonable facsimile and has heated seats - would have to see how it does in the direct sun. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is pretty impressive and seating position is nice. Adjustable rake of the rear seat is a nice touch. Appears to have 3 car seat anchors. The rear seat appears to be the same size as, or maybe even larger than the original Highlander / RX300. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2012 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
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