Model Year | 2010 | 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 |
2010 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 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom 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 |
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 |
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 |