Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 224 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,656 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,620 kg | 1,895 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 63 L | 73 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,433 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,336 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,019 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,313 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 973 mm | -26 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 922 mm | -15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,285 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,001 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 716 mm | 742 mm | -26 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,703 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 292 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 968 L | 1,198 L | 967 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,792 L | 2,701 L | -1 L |
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander.
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |