Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 124.0 in | -14.2 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 204.1 in | -11.6 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 77.6 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 71.9 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4370 lb. | 4291 lb. | 79 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 63.7 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 65.6 in | -8.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.2 in | 41.7 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 66.2 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 67.4 in | -10.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 42.1 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 37.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 61.6 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.6 in | 50.0 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 39.6 in | -11.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.3 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -13.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -45.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -62 ft3 |
2019 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seating is just not for adults at all, and I'm not certain that children would be easy to fit back there as well. I'm not sure what Toyota was thinking, even making the 2020 longer didn't make any difference at all. My one complaint is it is just TOO SMALL! see full Toyota Highlander review |
2018 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is midget sized. Claiming that the Highlander is an 8-passenger vehicle is a lie. It's either 5 normal-sized people, or Snow White and the 7 dwarfs. There is no way you can accommodate 8 normal-sized people comfortably in this car. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |