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2009 Toyota Highlander and 2006 Toyota Sienna Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Sienna | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 119.3 in | -9.5 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 200.0 in | -11.6 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 77.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 68.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3847 lb. | 4140 lb. | -293 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 63.8 in | -4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 40.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 64.9 in | -5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 67.5 in | -11 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 61.1 in | -6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 51.8 in | -9.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 39.5 in | -10.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -11.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -33.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 94.5 ft3 | -52.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -53.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Sienna
| 2006 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the kids have enough foom they leave each other alone see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I can adjust the seat exactly how I want it see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Two middle seats are bucket seats and VERY comfortable. Leg room in 3rd row is a little limited. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Sits high so short people have a comfortable good view of the road. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The 3rd row seats have enough leg room and the seats themselves are well built. That said, I have not tried the 3rd row seats of close competitors like the Odyssey see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of room even for adults see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of room to move. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
3 tall teeange boys and they love it cack there. So comfortable! see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Sienna is an excellent family vehicle if interior space and overall capability are your priorities. It is comfortable for long family drives and you NEVER run out of space in this car. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have the CE which does not have adjustable lumbar support or 8-way adjustments. The seat has a fixed height, which is a bit too high for me. Also the seat is a bit too deep. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat cushion has an uncomfortable contour at rear of seat and the armrests are uncomfortable. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
At $35,000 I think it could be much better. Hurts more than my Tacoma 4X4 after a long drive. see full Toyota Sienna review |
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