Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Pontiac Montana SV6 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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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 | 121.1 in | -11.3 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 205.6 in | -17.2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.0 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 72.0 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 4426 lb. | -381 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 59.9 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 39.9 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 61.2 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 48.6 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 36.2 in | -7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -16.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 74.5 ft3 | -32.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -41.1 ft3 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 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 |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are very comfortable and roomy compared to the Chrysler Town and Country see full Pontiac Montana SV6 review |