Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 5,131 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,989 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,990 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 80 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 1,039 mm | 972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 973 mm | -51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,537 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,273 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 864 mm | -122 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 912 L | -620 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 2,268 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 4,007 L | -2 L |
2008 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 |
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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 |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |