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2009 Toyota Highlander and 2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | |
| Engine | |||
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 119.3 in | -9.5 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 200.6 in | -12.2 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.6 in | -3.4 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 68.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3847 lb. | 4146 lb. | -299 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 62.9 in | -3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 40.6 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.1 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 64.8 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 67.5 in | -11 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 62.1 in | -7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 49.0 in | -6.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 38.9 in | -9.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -7.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | -9.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 167.9 ft3 | -72.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. 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 |
| 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 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan
| 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 |
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