Model Year | 2012 | 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 | 4266 lb. | 4471 lb. | -205 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 |
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 |
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 |