Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112.2 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 187.6 in | 0.8 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.8 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 72.4 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 4373 lb. | -328 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 58.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.5 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 58.4 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.6 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 34.2 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 36.7 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 57.1 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 44.0 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 28.1 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |