| Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.9 in | 5.7 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 184.6 in | 13.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.9 in | 7 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 67.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4457 lb. | 3516 lb. | 941 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 57.9 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 57.0 in | 4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 54.9 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 32.3 in | 5.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 53.2 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 30.2 in | 3.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 6.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Explorer.
| 2006 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 |