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2007 Toyota Highlander and 2006 Volvo V50 Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Volvo V50 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 103.9 in | 3 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 177.7 in | 6.9 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 69.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 57.2 in | 10.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3379 lb. | 270 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.9 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.1 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.1 in | 2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 50.7 in | 4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.4 in | 2 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 in (over 2 rows) | 31.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 27.4 | 12.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volvo V50
| 2006 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD |
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Let me put it this way: road trip across Canada. Last day getting home drove 1,500kms in 15 hrs (including breaks, of course). No neck or back pain. The front seats are extremely comfortable. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good only for children. 3 adults are getting squeezed. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
really only good for kids see full Volvo V50 review |
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