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2007 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 107.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 188.9 in | -4.3 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 72.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 58.0 in | 9.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3494 lb. | 155 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 43.7 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 56.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.4 in | -1 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) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 26.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 16.3 | 23.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 2007 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 |
| 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 |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2009 Hyundai Sonata
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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