Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick LaCrosse | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 225 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,807 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,032 mm | 4,785 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,458 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,618 kg | 1,835 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 73 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,019 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 973 mm | -18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 292 L | 161 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.0 | 1,198 L | 15 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 | 2,701 L | 14 |
2008 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |