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2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2006 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.9 in | 14.3 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 184.6 in | 17.9 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 71.9 in | 5 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 67.9 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3649 lb. | 972 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 19.1 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 57.9 in | 5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 57.0 in | 7.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 32.3 in | 5.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 53.2 in | 8.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 30.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 43.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 60.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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