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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Toyota RAV4 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Toyota RAV4 specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Toyota RAV4 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Toyota RAV4  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 104.7 in -3.2 in
Length 165.4 in 181.1 in -15.7 in
Width 70.3 in 71.5 in -1.2 in
Height 58.3 in 66.3 in -8 in
Curb Weight 3326 lb. 3680 lb. -354 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 15.9 gal. -1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 40.8 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 57.1 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.8 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 39.7 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 55.3 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.4 in -52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 38.3 in -2.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.6 in -52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 43.3 in -43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 30.0 in -30 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 110.1 in (over 3 rows) -33.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 12.3 ft3 2.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.0 37.2 ft3 -22.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 73.0 ft3 -27 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 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
 

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
 
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