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2009 Toyota Highlander and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 91.7 in | 18.1 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 157.3 in | 31.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 67.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 49.0 in | 19.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 2527 lb. | 1452 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 53.2 in | 6.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 50.6 in | 6.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 43.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 0.0 in | 40.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 0.0 in | 59.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 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) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 67.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 5.3 | 37 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 90.1 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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