Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,781 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,740 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,930 kg | 1,745 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 73 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,019 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,539 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 973 mm | -71 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 | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 977 L | 292 L | 685 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.5 | 1,198 L | 33.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,909 L | 2,701 L | -1 L |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable driving. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very little leg room for an adult. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2010 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 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom 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 |
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 |