Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 4,676 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,935 kg | 1,824 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 75 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 935 mm | 38 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 884 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,133 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 795 mm | -53 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 283 L | 9 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 968 L | -967 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 2,214 L | 0 L |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 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 |
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |