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2009 Honda Accord and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Honda Accord | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 271 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 109.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Length | 194.1 in | 188.4 in | 5.7 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 75.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 68.1 in | -10 in |
| Curb Weight | 3600 lb. | 4045 lb. | -445 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 56.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 43.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 59.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 56.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.0 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.0 | 42.3 ft3 | -28.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -81.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Accord
| 2009 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Spacing is good, material use is comfortable. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Placement and tactile feel. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Even with the front driver and passenger seats move all the way to the back of their tracks and reclined somewhat, there is still plenty of legroom for backseat passengers (even 6 footers). This is really a full size sedan and not a mid-size. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats offer plenty of range of motion. They are comfortable for extended periods of time. Side bolsters are not too soft, not to rigid. Just right. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
lots of room. after sitting for a while, you have enough room to readjust yourself because of how much room there is. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
its comfortable for driving for a long period of time. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
passengers are really happy with the room. the leather seating is soft. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
you can control the driver seat position electrically and in 6 directions see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I like the support in the "love handle" area. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
This sedan has the most comfort of any sedan I have been in. Others may have had a little more room like the camry but the accord was more comfortable. I am also 6 foot 4 and plenty of head room. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2009 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Lumbar support is too aggressive, and it is non-adjustable in the LX model. I have gotten used to them, but they are nowhere near the same league as my previously owned Saabs and BMWs. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not enough space for knees if a person is ober 180 cm see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The coupe has little back seat room. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seats could go further back providing more leg room. see full Honda Accord review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Backache see full Honda Accord review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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