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2007 Ford Explorer and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| 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 | 2,888 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,895 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 73 L | 12 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,019 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 973 mm | -36 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 922 mm | 28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 742 mm | 144 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 292 L | 93 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer
| 2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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