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2006 Toyota RAV4 and 2009 Volvo C30 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota RAV4 | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 103.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 181.1 in | 167.4 in | 13.7 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 57.0 in | 9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3201 lb. | 326 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 38.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.6 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 36.4 in | 3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 47.0 in | 8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 41.5 in | 10.9 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) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 12.9 | 24.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota RAV4
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30
| 2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |
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