Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 4,285 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 1,578 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 57 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 884 mm | 41 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 0 mm | 820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 0 mm | 767 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 371 L | -74 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 13.1 | -12.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 1,546 L | 1 L |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |