Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,852 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 80 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 917 mm | 8 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 0 mm | 820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 0 mm | 767 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 898 L | -601 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 31.7 | -30.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 1,880 L | 1 L |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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