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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Nissan Altima (2016) Specs

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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2016 Nissan Altima Specifications

Model Year 2012 2016  
Model Toyota Highlander Nissan Altima  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6000
251 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,776 mm 0 mm
Length 4,785 mm 4,874 mm 0 mm
Width 1,910 mm 1,829 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,468 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,835 kg 1,548 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 68 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,516 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,097 mm 1,143 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 942 mm -941 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,511 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 917 mm 56 mm
Headroom, Row 3 922 mm 0 mm 922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,397 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,074 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 742 mm 0 mm 742 mm
Total Legroom 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 292 L 436 L -144 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,198 L 15.4 -14.4 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,701 L 15.4 -13.4 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
2012 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review
2011 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review
 

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