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Toyota Matrix (2007) vs. Toyota Highlander (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Toyota Highlander specs.

2007 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Toyota Matrix Toyota Highlander  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,601 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 4,351 mm 4,785 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,910 mm 0 mm
Height 1,565 mm 1,730 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,215 kg 1,805 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 73 L -23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,516 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,313 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,097 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,336 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,214 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 922 mm 973 mm -51 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 922 mm -922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,397 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,074 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 742 mm -742 mm
Total Legroom 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 617 L 292 L 325 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 21.8 1,198 L 20.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,506 L 2,701 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Matrix

2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review
2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander

2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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
 
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