Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 109.8 in | 11.4 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 188.4 in | 14.1 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 75.2 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 68.1 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4494 lb. | 3979 lb. | 515 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.6 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 59.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.2 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 59.5 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 36.3 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 55.0 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 29.2 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 22 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Routan.
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 |