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Toyota RAV4 (2006) vs. Toyota Avalon (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota RAV4 and 2012 Toyota Avalon specs.

2006 Toyota RAV4 and 2012 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Toyota RAV4 Toyota Avalon  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 111.0 in -6.3 in
Length 181.1 in 197.6 in -16.5 in
Width 71.5 in 72.8 in -1.3 in
Height 66.3 in 58.5 in 7.8 in
Curb Weight 3527 lb. 3572 lb. -45 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 38.9 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 59.4 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 55.8 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.3 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 37.5 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 58.2 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 56.2 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 40.9 in -2.6 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) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) 27.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.3 ft3 14.4 ft3 -2.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.2 ft3 14.4 22.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.0 ft3 14.4 ft3 58.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota RAV4

2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2006 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Plenty of space to stretch out in, and has sliding seats to adjust the legroom or rear cargo capactity. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2006 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Leg room is confortable for large people, not croweded see full Toyota RAV4 review
2006 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Excellent rear seat room with sliding rear seat. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review
2006 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Interior seems a little more cramped than competing models. see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

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

2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Avalon

2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review
2011 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review
 
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