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Toyota Highlander (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2006 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model Toyota Highlander Hyundai Sonata  
Engine 3.3L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
208 hp@5600
212 lb-ft@4400		 2.4L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6000
154 lb-ft@4250		  
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.9 in 110.0 in -3.1 in
Length 184.6 in 189.8 in -5.2 in
Width 71.9 in 72.2 in -0.3 in
Height 67.9 in 57.9 in 10 in
Curb Weight 4070 lb. 3457 lb. 613 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.1 gal. 18.5 gal. 0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.0 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 57.9 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 55.2 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.7 in 45.5 in -4.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 37.8 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.0 in 56.7 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 54.9 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 34.6 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 32.3 in 0.0 in 32.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.2 in 0.0 in 53.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3 39.8 in 0.0 in 39.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 30.2 in 0.0 in 30.2 in
Total Legroom 107.3 in (over 3 rows) 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 27.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.5 ft3 16.4 ft3 -5.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 39.7 ft3 16.4 23.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 80.6 ft3 16.4 ft3 64.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Highlander

2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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