Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Chrysler Town & Country | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 121.2 in | -11.4 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 202.5 in | -14.1 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 76.9 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 68.9 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 4498 lb. | -453 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 63.0 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 40.6 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 64.7 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 64.8 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.3 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 37.9 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 62.0 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 48.7 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 37.6 in | -8.4 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 | -22.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -40.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 144.4 ft3 | -49 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 |
2009 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It holds 5 people in the rear comfortly. It also has great utility. With the Stow & Go seats they all fold neatly into the floor. It even fits a 4 foot by 8 foot sheet of plywood -- I did not have to rent a truck from Home Depot. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Better seats and seating position than Town Car or Deville as a comparison. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room for adults see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need van for cross country trip,,,this van is huge inside.. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |
2009 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-Go rear seats (rear AND middle seats fold flat into floor) are a mixed blessing. GREAT for cargo room flexibility but too small for best comfort for larger adults. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |