Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 109.2 in | -2.3 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 190.9 in | -6.3 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 78.5 in | -6.6 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 71.0 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 4506 lb. | -571 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 61.5 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 58.6 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 62.2 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.9 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.5 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 38.2 in | -5.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 58.9 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 48.4 in | -8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 32.1 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |