Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 109.8 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 188.4 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 75.2 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 68.1 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4585 lb. | 4266 lb. | 319 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.0 in | 59.7 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 56.7 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 43.2 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 40.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.6 in | 59.5 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.1 in | 56.5 in | 9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 36.3 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 55.0 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.3 in | 42.3 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 29.2 in | 7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 39.1 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 28.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.1 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 150.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great for hauling mom and dad, two boys, their stuff, great grandma, the dog, and more stuff! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not cramped against the dashboard to keep the kids from kicking the seats! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |