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2008 Toyota Highlander and 2013 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 105.9 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 178.1 in | 10.3 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 72.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 66.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 3732 lb. | 446 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 56.0 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 40.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 55.3 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.4 in | 4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -24 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 34.3 | 8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Escape
| 2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |
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