Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 334 Nm@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 kW@5600 350 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,600 mm | 4,595 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,557 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 942 mm | -941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 899 mm | 74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,336 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,100 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 762 mm | 0 mm | 762 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 340 L | 8 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,053 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,067 L | 12.0 | -10 L |
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 |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |