Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 207 hp@5000 238 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 119.3 in | -12.4 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 200.6 in | -16 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 78.6 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 68.9 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 4248 lb. | -599 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 62.9 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.2 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 64.8 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 67.5 in | -12.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 38.5 in | -6.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 62.1 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 49.0 in | -9.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 38.9 in | -8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -11.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | -9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 167.9 ft3 | -87.3 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 |
2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats in the front are comfortable. My husband has an SUV and I enjoy riding in my car more then in his car. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I can get up to 2 adults and a child or 3 children, or 2 car seats and one child. The kids really like the rear seat and the middle captian chairs they love to recline and watch a movie. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy! see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seating for seven allows us to travel with family members in one vehicle instead of taking two. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |