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2009 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.7 in | 3.1 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 180.7 in | 7.7 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 73.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 68.1 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 4477 lb. | -299 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 58.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 58.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 32 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -21.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 31.7 | 10.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 29 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 | 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 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 2008 Kia Sorento
| 2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
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