Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Chrysler Aspen | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
4.7L V8 OHC-2v 303 hp@5650 330 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 119.2 in | -12.3 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 200.8 in | -16.2 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 76.0 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 74.3 in | -6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 4859 lb. | -1210 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 27.0 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.4 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 58.8 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 59.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.2 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.4 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 39.2 in | -6.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 58.9 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 48.0 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 34.5 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | -6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 67.3 ft3 | -27.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 102.4 ft3 | -21.8 ft3 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 Chrysler Aspen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 6 footers see full Chrysler Aspen review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 303-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Its equipped with two captains chairs and a console for passenegers. Plenty of room all around and easy exit and entry. see full Chrysler Aspen review |