Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 130.0 in | -20.2 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 221.3 in | -32.9 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 79.1 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 76.6 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4266 lb. | 5963 lb. | -1697 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -11.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 65.3 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 64.4 in | -7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.3 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 40.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 65.2 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 62.3 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.1 in | -0.8 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) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -35.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 45.5 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |