Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.4 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 187.2 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 75.9 in | -4 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 68.0 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 5254 lb. | -1605 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.7 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 57.4 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.6 in | 0.8 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) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 30.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 31.0 | 8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |