Toyota RAV4 (2012) vs. Subaru Legacy (2006) Specs

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2012 Toyota RAV4 and 2006 Subaru Legacy Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Toyota RAV4	Subaru Legacy
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	5-speed automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.7 in	105.1 in	-0.4 in
Length	181.1 in	188.7 in	-7.6 in
Width	71.5 in	68.1 in	3.4 in
Height	66.3 in	58.1 in	8.2 in
Curb Weight	3680 lb.	3505 lb.	175 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.9 gal.	-1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.8 in	40.5 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.1 in	54.4 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.8 in	51.0 in	2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.8 in	44.1 in	-2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	39.1 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	53.7 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.4 in	52.6 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.3 in	33.9 in	4.4 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)	78 in (over 2 rows)	32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.3 ft³	33.5 ft³	-21.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.2 ft³	33.5	3.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	73.0 ft³	66.2 ft³	6.8 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
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 Subaru Legacy

2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I have a hard time fitting into most cars due to headroom issues. Wagon without sunroof fits me perfectly. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very comfortable seats and the heating soothes the sore back see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I�ve driven this car on 8+ hour road trips before and it�s very comfortable on long trips. see full Subaru Legacy review

2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	It is tiny. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Passengers have complained that their legs get a little pinched in the rear seat. I tell them to stop being so tall. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Admittedly, the Legacy is a small-ish vehicle. My back seat passengers report being comfortable, but snug. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	There just isn�t much rear leg room. see full Subaru Legacy review

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