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Toyota RAV4 (2012) vs. Subaru Forester (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota RAV4 and 2007 Subaru Forester specs.

2012 Toyota RAV4 and 2007 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2012 2007  
Model Toyota RAV4 Subaru Forester  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 99.4 in 5.3 in
Length 181.1 in 176.6 in 4.5 in
Width 71.5 in 68.3 in 3.2 in
Height 66.3 in 65.0 in 1.3 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 3350 lb. 330 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 15.9 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 39.8 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 53.5 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 51.6 in 2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 43.6 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 39.7 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 53.6 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 51.6 in 0.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 33.7 in 4.6 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) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 32.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.3 ft3 32.0 ft3 -19.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.2 ft3 32.0 5.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.0 ft3 57.7 ft3 15.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota RAV4

2012 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2007 Subaru Forester

2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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