Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 118.1 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 200.8 in | -12.4 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 77.6 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 71.5 in | -3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4367 lb. | -388 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 64.5 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.3 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 43.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 41.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 63.2 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 66.0 in | -9.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.7 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 40.0 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 61.2 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 49.6 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 40.5 in | -11.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -10.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -24.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -13 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |