Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Jeep Wrangler | Toyota Highlander | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 109.8 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 188.4 in | -4 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 75.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 72.3 in | 68.1 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4180 lb. | 3946 lb. | 234 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.6 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 59.7 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.7 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.2 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 40.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 59.5 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 56.5 in | 0.2 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 | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 36.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.4 | 42.3 ft3 | 4.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 82.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |
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 |