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2007 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 108.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 190.7 in | -6.1 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 78.5 in | -6.6 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 68.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 4535 lb. | -886 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 61.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.0 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 61.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 59.1 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.7 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 35.7 in | -3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 57.1 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 42.0 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 29.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -1.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 2007 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 |
| 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 |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura MDX
| 2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
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