Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 106.3 in | -1.6 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 178.7 in | 2.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 72.8 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 74.9 in | -8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3560 lb. | 4165 lb. | -605 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.9 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 39.3 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 58.3 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 46.1 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 34.4 in | 3.9 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) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -22.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 35.2 | 2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 7.3 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 |
2010 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |