Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Lancer | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 177 kW@6000 343 Nm@3000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,634 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,572 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,491 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,579 kg | 1,935 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 73 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,019 mm | 936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 973 mm | -56 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 | 1,989 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 328 L | 292 L | 36 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.6 | 1,198 L | 10.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.6 | 2,701 L | 9.6 |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer 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 |