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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Toyota Highlander (2005) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2005 Toyota Highlander specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2005 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2009 2005  
Model Ford Explorer Toyota Highlander  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
230 hp@5600
242 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 106.9 in 6.8 in
Length 193.4 in 184.6 in 8.8 in
Width 73.7 in 71.9 in 1.8 in
Height 72.8 in 67.9 in 4.9 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3935 lb. 771 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 19.1 gal. 3.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.0 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 57.9 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 55.1 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 40.7 in 1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 39.8 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 57.0 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 54.9 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 36.4 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 32.3 in 5.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 53.2 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 39.8 in 5.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 30.2 in 4.7 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 107.3 in (over 3 rows) 6.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 10.5 ft3 3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 39.7 ft3 4.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 80.6 ft3 3.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2005 Toyota Highlander

2005 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2004 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
There is enough legroom and the width fits us correctly and allows us to comfortably put our elbows on the armrests. Some cars are TOO wide and the armrests are too far away from your body. see full Toyota Highlander review
 
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