Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Chrysler Pacifica | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 287 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 121.6 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 203.6 in | -15.2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 79.6 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 69.9 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 4330 lb. | -285 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 63.8 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.0 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.1 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 63.0 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 64.8 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.0 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.7 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 61.2 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 49.6 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 36.5 in | -7.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -22 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 87.5 ft3 | -45.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 140.5 ft3 | -45.1 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD |
The front seats in the other mini-vans ftom Kia, Honda, and Toyota felt constricting and my spouse loves the ample hip room the Pacifica front seats provide. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD |
The 2nd row seats are firm and provide enough legroom for persons <6ft but="" do="" not="" slide="" fwd="" backwd="" 3rd="" row="" seating="" is="" comfortable="" for="" short="" durations="" persons="">6ft but the 2nd row seat backs can be folded flat for more room if not occupied or stored in the floor to provide generous legroom if passengers ride in the 3rd row. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |