| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | GMC Acadia | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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 | 118.9 in | 109.8 in | 9.1 in |
| Length | 200.8 in | 188.4 in | 12.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 75.2 in | 3.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 68.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4850 lb. | 4178 lb. | 672 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 59.7 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 59.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 56.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 36.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 55.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 42.3 in | 6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 29.2 in | 4 in |
| Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.1 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 70.1 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.1 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 GMC Acadia.
| 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 |