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Toyota Highlander (2009) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban specs.

2009 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Toyota Highlander Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban  
Engine 3.3L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
209 hp@5600
212 lb-ft@3600
6.0L V8 Hybrid
OHV-2v
332 hp@5100
367 lb-ft@4100
 
Transmission CVT 4-speed 2-mode automatic  
Drivetrain AWD 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 116.0 in -6.2 in
Length 188.4 in 202.0 in -13.6 in
Width 75.2 in 79.0 in -3.8 in
Height 68.1 in 76.9 in -8.8 in
Curb Weight 4508 lb. 5802 lb. -1294 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 26.0 gal. -6.8 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 39.2 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.5 in 65.2 in -5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 60.6 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 39.0 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.3 in 37.9 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 55.0 in 61.7 in -6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 42.3 in 49.1 in -6.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 29.2 in 25.6 in 3.6 in
Total Legroom 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 105.9 in (over 3 rows) 4.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.3 ft3 16.9 ft3 -6.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.3 ft3 60.3 ft3 -18 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 95.4 ft3 108.9 ft3 -13.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander

2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
 
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