Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Scion xD | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 128 hp@6000 125 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 96.9 in | 10 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 154.7 in | 29.9 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 67.9 in | 4 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 60.0 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 2665 lb. | 984 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.9 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 51.9 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 51.1 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 50.7 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 50.1 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.9 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 0.0 in | 32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 0.0 in | 30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 10.5 | 29.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | 44.9 ft3 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Scion xD Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 128-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
this is a great car to get kids in and out of with the car seats and whatnot. plenty of room for 2 adults 2 kids, diaper bags, strollers and groceries. jam it all in, it will fit. see full Scion xD review |
2009 Scion xD Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 128-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough room for an adult in the rear seat. I am short and I still found the rear seat not really wide enough. see full Scion xD review |