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2008 Ford Taurus X and 2007 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus X | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.9 in | 6 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 184.6 in | 15.7 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 71.9 in | 3 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 67.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4033 lb. | 3649 lb. | 384 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 57.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 32.3 in | 6.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 53.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.0 in | 39.8 in | 6.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.6 in | 30.2 in | 3.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 6.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus X
| 2008 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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