Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,659 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,144 mm | 4,600 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,953 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,038 kg | 1,615 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 78 L | 60 L | 18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 1,036 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,600 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,008 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,643 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,331 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 973 mm | -51 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 963 mm | 945 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,575 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 808 mm | 762 mm | 46 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,761 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 915 L | 348 L | 567 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,350 L | 1,053 L | 1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,981 L | 2,067 L | 1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Routan.
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |