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Honda Civic (2009) vs. Toyota Highlander (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Toyota Highlander specs.

2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Honda Civic Toyota Highlander  
Engine 1.3L I4 Hybrid
OHC-2v
110 hp@6000
123 lb-ft@1000
3.3L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
209 hp@5600
212 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission CVT CVT  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 4,488 mm 4,785 mm 0 mm
Width 1,753 mm 1,910 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,730 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,317 kg 2,045 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 73 L -23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,364 mm 1,516 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,318 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,097 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 950 mm 1,019 mm 949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,295 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 973 mm -94 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 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 340 L 292 L 48 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 12.0 1,198 L 11
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.0 2,701 L 10

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic

2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander

2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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