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 | 2,715 mm | 3,030 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 5,095 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,996 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,927 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 76 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,598 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,646 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,715 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 991 mm | -66 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 978 mm | -158 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 1,577 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 988 mm | -221 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 566 L | -269 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 1,535 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 4,754 L | -2 L |
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 |