Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda Ridgeline | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 247 hp@5750 245 lb-ft@4500 |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 122.0 in | 109.8 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 206.8 in | 188.4 in | 18.4 in |
Width | 76.3 in | 75.2 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 70.3 in | 68.1 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4503 lb. | 4178 lb. | 325 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 59.7 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 56.7 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 43.2 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.6 in | 59.5 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 56.5 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.3 in | -1.9 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 | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 10.3 ft3 | -10.3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 0.0 | 42.3 ft3 | -42.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 95.4 ft3 | -95.4 |
2006 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The most room of any "small" P/U truck. Comfortable driving position with lots of leg room. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Cabin width. Big, comfy heated leather seats. The back seats are flatter and less comfortable, but kids like them just fine. The cabin has plenty of room and many storage bins. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room to seat three person comfortably in the rear seat. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
There is no hump in the floor, thus allowing the rear seat to accommodate three adults. The seat is split for folding up for more flexibility. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of legroom and comfortable seats, like sitting in an easy chair. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
A lot of room for a pickup truck. 3 adults can sit in the back. An adult can even sit in the middle between 2 car seats. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
i fit well see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
WE FIT COMFORTABLY THERE AS DO OUR 2 KIDS AND 2 LABS. IF YOU PUT THE SEATS UP THERE IS A LOT OF SPACE FOR ADDITIONAL CARGO. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very roomy, nice leather, good seat adjustability. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Nothing and is a strength. My golfing buddies love to ride with me. see full Honda Ridgeline 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 |