

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 |
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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 |
2009 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 |
2005 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |