| Model Year | 2022 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,025 mm | 2,715 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,050 mm | 4,689 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,826 mm | 1 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,971 kg | 1,595 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 72 L | -4 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,570 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,572 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 925 mm | 66 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 988 mm | 820 mm | 168 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,387 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,039 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 818 mm | 767 mm | 51 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 515 L | 297 L | 218 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,356 L | 1,124 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,486 L | 2,282 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Ford Explorer.
| 2007 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 |
| 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 |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |