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Mercury Mariner (2006) vs. Toyota Highlander (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2011 Toyota Highlander specs.

2006 Mercury Mariner and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model Mercury Mariner Toyota Highlander  
Engine 2.3L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
133 hp@6000
129 lb-ft@4400
3.5L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
234 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission CVT CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.2 in 109.8 in -6.6 in
Length 174.9 in 188.4 in -13.5 in
Width 70.1 in 75.2 in -5.1 in
Height 68.0 in 68.1 in -0.1 in
Curb Weight 3787 lb. 4641 lb. -854 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 40.6 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.8 in 59.7 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 56.7 in -3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 43.2 in -1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 40.1 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 59.5 in -3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 56.5 in -7.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 38.3 in -2.7 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 29.3 ft3 10.3 ft3 19 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 29.3 42.3 ft3 -13
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 95.4 ft3 -29.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercury Mariner

2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review
2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review
2005 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
For long drives even with leather it can get uncomfortable. A little more support and padding would be good in the seat. see full Mercury Mariner review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander

2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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