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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Acura TL (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Acura TL specs.

2012 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Acura TL Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Toyota Highlander Acura TL  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,741 mm 0 mm
Length 4,785 mm 4,808 mm 0 mm
Width 1,910 mm 1,834 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,790 kg 1,580 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 65 L 8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 983 mm -982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,516 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,097 mm 1,087 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 945 mm -944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,511 mm 1,415 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,367 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 886 mm 87 mm
Headroom, Row 3 922 mm 0 mm 922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,397 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,074 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 742 mm 0 mm 742 mm
Total Legroom 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 1,974 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 292 L 354 L -62 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,198 L 12.5 -11.5 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,701 L 12.5 -10.5 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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 2008 Acura TL

2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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
Small for adults 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
2007 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review
 
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