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2008 Toyota Highlander and 2006 GMC Yukon Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | GMC Yukon | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 375 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 116.0 in | -6.2 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 198.9 in | -10.5 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.9 in | -3.7 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 76.7 in | -8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 5513 lb. | -1335 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 65.2 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 61.4 in | -4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 65.1 in | -5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 61.3 in | -4.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 37.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 64.4 in | -9.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 49.0 in | -6.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 27.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 3.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -9.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 GMC Yukon
| 2006 GMC Yukon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The standard power seat offers unlimited seating positions. see full GMC Yukon review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats are big, have a good amount of padding, and still provide some side lubar support to help keep you in the seat during hard cornering. see full GMC Yukon review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of room for driver to stretch legs. Makes long trips easier see full GMC Yukon review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is very configurable. Easy to find a comfortable position. see full GMC Yukon review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Captains chairs might be more comfortable than front seats. 3rd row is essentially useless. Remove the seats for extra storage space see full GMC Yukon review |
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