Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan 350Z | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,313 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,323 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,515 kg | 1,790 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 73 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,031 mm | 969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,019 mm | -1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,511 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 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 | 1,082 mm (over 1 row) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 193 L | 292 L | -99 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 6.8 | 1,198 L | 5.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.8 | 2,701 L | 4.8 |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z 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 |