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2008 Toyota Highlander and 2006 Nissan Quest Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Nissan Quest | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 124.0 in | -14.2 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 204.1 in | -15.7 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 77.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 71.9 in | -3.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4012 lb. | -33 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 63.7 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 65.6 in | -8.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 41.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 66.2 in | -6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 67.4 in | -10.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 41.3 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 37.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 61.6 in | -6.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 50.0 in | -7.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 41.2 in | -12 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -13.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -22 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -45.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 148.7 ft3 | -53.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 2006 Nissan Quest
| 2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |
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