Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler Pacifica | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
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 | 116.3 in | 109.8 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 198.5 in | 188.4 in | 10.1 in |
Width | 79.3 in | 75.2 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 68.1 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4511 lb. | 4178 lb. | 333 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.8 in | 59.7 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.7 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.2 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.5 in | 59.5 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.5 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.3 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 36.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.0 in | 55.0 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.9 in | 42.3 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.9 in | 29.2 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.6 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.5 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -15.9 ft3 |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. 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 | 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 |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |