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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Toyota 4Runner (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Toyota 4Runner specs.

2012 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Toyota 4Runner Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Toyota Highlander Toyota 4Runner  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
4.7L V8
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5400
306 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 109.8 in 0 in
Length 188.4 in 189.2 in -0.8 in
Width 75.2 in 75.2 in 0 in
Height 68.1 in 69.3 in -1.2 in
Curb Weight 4266 lb. 4505 lb. -239 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 23.0 gal. -3.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 39.7 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.7 in 58.0 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.7 in 55.3 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.2 in 41.8 in 1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.1 in 39.1 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.5 in 57.2 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 55.4 in 1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 34.6 in 3.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.3 in 32.9 in 3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 55.0 in 56.7 in -1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 42.3 in 48.4 in -6.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 29.2 in 24.1 in 5.1 in
Total Legroom 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 100.5 in (over 3 rows) 10.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.3 ft3 12.0 ft3 -1.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.3 ft3 36.6 ft3 5.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 95.4 ft3 75.1 ft3 20.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota 4Runner

2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review
 
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