The midsize SUV segment of the automotive industry is one of the most popular segments in the industry! As a result, automotive manufacturers are designing more and more of these vehicles to take advantage of their popularity. However, a few models within the segment of the industry have been dominating the market segment ever since they were first introduced! The Dodge Durango is one example of such a model and customers here in the Janesville, WI area can explore the 2020 model year of the Dodge Durango right here at Frank Boucher Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Janesville today!

The Toyota Highlander is another example of a midsize SUV that has been dominant within the vehicle segment for many years. Both the 2020 Dodge Durango and the 2020 Toyota Highlander offer a number of great aspects that midsize SUV-shoppers love, particularly engine performance and interior volume. Join us today as we explore how the 2020 Dodge Durango and the 2020 Toyota Highlander stack up against one another!

Base Engine Comparison

2020 Dodge Durango	versus	2020 Toyota Highlander
3.6L Pentastar V6 Engine	Base Engine	3.5L V6 Engine
295 Horsepower	Engine Power	295 Horsepower
260 Pound-Feet	Engine Torque	263 Pound-Feet
6,200 Pounds	Maximum Towing	5,000 Pounds

The table shown above provides a brief comparison of the key engine specifications offered by each model’s base engine. As you can see, the specifications are very similar. The 2020 Highlander offers slightly better torque, while the 2020 Durango offers much better towing capacity. It is worth mentioning that the 2020 Durango also features two larger engine options that deliver even better performance output and towing capacity. The table below compares the interior volume that each model offers.

Interior Volume Comparison

2020 Durango	versus	2020 Highlander
5-7 Passengers	Passenger Capacity	7-8 Passengers
17.2 Cubic Feet	Cargo Volume Behind 3rd Row	16.0 Cubic Feet
43.3 Cubic Feet	Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row	48.4 Cubic Feet
85.1 Cubic Feet	Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row	84.3 Cubic Feet

This table shows the 2020 Highlander offers seating for one more passenger and more cargo volume behind its second row of seating. However, the 2020 Durango offers more cargo volume behind its first and third rows of seating. As the more spacious and, potentially, more powerful option, the 2020 Durango appears to be the best choice for customers. Visit us here at Frank Boucher Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Janesville to learn more about how the 2020 Dodge Durango sets itself apart from the competition today!