Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Saturn AURA | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 112.3 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 190.9 in | -9.8 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.3 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 57.6 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3560 lb. | 3660 lb. | -100 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.0 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 37.4 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 52.2 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.6 in | 0.7 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) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 14.9 | 22.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 58.1 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 |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |