Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 103.7 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 180.0 in | 4.6 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 69.4 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 58.7 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3480 lb. | 169 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 54.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.2 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.9 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.3 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.1 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.1 in | 0.3 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) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 29 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 11.6 | 28.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 69 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |