Model Year | 2007 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.3 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 175.6 in | 9 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 70.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 57.3 in | 10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 2797 lb. | 852 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.2 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.5 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.2 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.4 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 53.5 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.8 in | 0.6 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) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 29.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -9.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 20.2 | 19.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |