Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Scion tC | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.9 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 184.6 in | -10.6 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 71.9 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 67.9 in | -12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 3649 lb. | -679 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.9 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.1 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.7 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.8 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 57.0 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 54.9 in | -7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.4 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -32.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 39.7 ft3 | -26.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -45.2 ft3 |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |