| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Prius c | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 1.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 73 hp@4800 82 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 109.8 in | -9.4 in |
| Length | 157.3 in | 188.4 in | -31.1 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 75.2 in | -8.5 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 68.1 in | -10.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2496 lb. | 4508 lb. | -2012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 9.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -9.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.6 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 59.7 in | -7.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 56.7 in | -5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.1 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 59.5 in | -7.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 56.5 in | -5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 38.3 in | -3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.1 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.1 | 42.3 ft3 | -25.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 95.4 ft3 | -95.4 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Toyota Prius c.
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |