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Toyota Highlander (2011) vs. Acura TL (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Acura TL specs.

2011 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Acura TL Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Toyota Highlander Acura TL  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
280 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 109.3 in 0.5 in
Length 188.4 in 195.3 in -6.9 in
Width 75.2 in 74.0 in 1.2 in
Height 68.1 in 57.2 in 10.9 in
Curb Weight 4045 lb. 3708 lb. 337 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 18.5 gal. 0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 38.4 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.7 in 58.1 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.7 in 55.7 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.2 in 42.5 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.1 in 36.7 in 3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.5 in 56.2 in 3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 54.8 in 1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 36.2 in 2.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.3 in 0.0 in 36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 55.0 in 0.0 in 55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 42.3 in 0.0 in 42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 29.2 in 0.0 in 29.2 in
Total Legroom 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 32 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.3 ft3 13.1 ft3 -2.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.3 ft3 13.1 29.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 95.4 ft3 13.1 ft3 82.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander

2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura TL

2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review
2009 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review
2009 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Small for adults see full Acura TL review
 
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