Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Toyota Highlander | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 109.8 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 188.4 in | -28.3 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 75.2 in | -8.4 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 68.1 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2537 lb. | 3946 lb. | -1409 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 59.7 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.7 in | -6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.2 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.1 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 59.5 in | -10.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 56.5 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 38.3 in | -7.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -37.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 42.3 ft3 | -26.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -69.4 ft3 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |