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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Honda Pilot Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Honda Pilot | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 109.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 190.9 in | -2.5 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.5 in | -3.3 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 71.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4266 lb. | 4506 lb. | -240 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 61.5 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.4 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 62.2 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 58.9 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 48.4 in | -6.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 32.1 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -7.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Pilot
| 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 |
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