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2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Cadillac Escalade | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 403 hp@5700 417 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 109.8 in | 6.2 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 188.4 in | 14.1 in |
| Width | 79.0 in | 75.2 in | 3.8 in |
| Height | 75.9 in | 68.1 in | 7.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5665 lb. | 4178 lb. | 1487 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 59.7 in | 5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 56.7 in | 7.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 59.5 in | 5.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 56.5 in | 4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 36.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 55.0 in | 6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 42.3 in | 6.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 29.2 in | -3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -4.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 18 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lots of room for the driver and passenger see full Cadillac Escalade review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to a 3rd row seat that has ample room and comfort. see full Cadillac Escalade review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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