Toyota Highlander (2013) vs. Pontiac G8 (2009) Specs

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2013 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Pontiac G8 Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	Toyota Highlander	Pontiac G8
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.8 in	114.8 in	-5 in
Length	188.4 in	196.1 in	-7.7 in
Width	75.2 in	74.8 in	0.4 in
Height	68.1 in	57.7 in	10.4 in
Curb Weight	3946 lb.	3855 lb.	91 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.2 gal.	19.0 gal.	0.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.6 in	38.7 in	1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.7 in	59.1 in	0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.7 in	56.7 in	0 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.2 in	42.2 in	1 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.1 in	38.0 in	2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	59.5 in	59.1 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.5 in	58.0 in	-1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.3 in	39.4 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	36.3 in	0.0 in	36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	55.0 in	0.0 in	55 in
Hip Room, Row 3	42.3 in	0.0 in	42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	110.7 in (over 3 rows)	81.6 in (over 2 rows)	29.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	10.3 ft³	17.5 ft³	-7.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	42.3 ft³	17.5	24.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	95.4 ft³	17.5 ft³	77.9 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota Highlander

2013 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Toyota replaced the 2013 Highlander's rear struts with control arms to enable a three-inch-wider third-row seat, and then used the extra space to cram in a third seating position. So if you need seats for eight people, only the Highlander will do in this threesome. A top-of-the-line Santa Fe only seats six. Other eight-pass options include the Honda Pilot and GM's large crossovers. But those three people best be small, as the Highlander doesn't have nearly as much rear legroom as the Pathfinder or the Santa Fe. To fit children of even middling size in the third row it's necessary to slide the second row well forward. The second row seat cushion is mounted too low for adult comfort. The Nissan's second row suffers from a similar shortcoming, but the Hyundai's does not. see full Toyota Highlander review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota Highlander

2013 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
2012	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review

2013 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac G8

2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Huge back seat, and very comfortable, even for two adults and a child seat. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Plenty of room, good support, and do not have to squirm much on a 6 hour drive. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Tons of legroom, and I mean TONS of legroom see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 256-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Even with front seats completely back, there is enough leg room for rear passengers. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	When I go places with my friends, I actaully like sitting in the back! The back seats are sooo comfortable. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The seat fits my smaller frame and has comfortable padding and bolsters. The headrest is in the right place. Power controls are convenient. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Tons of room for the family. This is a true full-size sedan. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Extremely comfortable backseat, although serious hump in the center eliminates almost all leg room for center seat. Four in comfort all day long, large armrest, good visibility forward and to the side. Nice support, split folding seats and cargo passthru see full Pontiac G8 review
2009	4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed manual RWD	Fantastic seats. see full Pontiac G8 review

2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Cannot get comfortable - ever. Hurts my lower back after just 15 mins. I have the leather seats w/ premium package. No lateral support/bolstering either. Lumbar support useless. see full Pontiac G8 review

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