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2006 Ford Explorer and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 109.8 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 188.4 in | 5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 75.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 68.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4266 lb. | 265 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.7 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 59.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.5 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 36.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 55.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 42.3 in | 3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 29.2 in | 5.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 3.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |
| 2012 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 |
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