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Toyota RAV4 (2011) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2011 2011  
Model Toyota RAV4 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,659 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,600 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,816 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,684 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,615 kg 1,402 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 55 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,036 mm 998 mm -997 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,450 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,367 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,008 mm 978 mm -977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,405 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 902 mm 71 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) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 348 L 425 L -77 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,053 L 15.0 -14 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,067 L 1,303 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota RAV4

2011 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
2010 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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