Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Solara | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 126.6 in | -19.5 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 203.0 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 75.7 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 65.4 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 4829 lb. | -1389 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 60.3 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 39.8 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 40.4 in | -4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 59.6 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.2 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 42.2 ft3 | -28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -71.2 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |