Model Year | 2009 | 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 | 2,789 mm | 3,000 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 5,100 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,981 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 76 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,638 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,676 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 932 mm | 41 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 1,016 mm | 921 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,554 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,260 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 1,029 mm | 741 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,073 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 994 L | -702 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,801 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 3,070 L | -1 L |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 | 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 |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |