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2008 Toyota Highlander and 2006 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@5800 250 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.3 in | 3.5 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 188.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 77.0 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 68.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 4471 lb. | -293 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.4 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 61.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.5 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 61.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 36.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 58.6 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 48.5 in | -6.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 29.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 108.6 in (over 3 rows) | 2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 81.5 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX
| 2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review |
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