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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Ford Escape (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2013 Ford Escape specs.

2012 Toyota Highlander and 2013 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2012 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
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,690 mm 0 mm
Length 4,785 mm 4,524 mm 0 mm
Width 1,910 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,684 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,935 kg 1,693 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 57 L 16 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,013 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,516 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,097 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 991 mm -990 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,511 mm 1,405 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,331 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 935 mm 38 mm
Headroom, Row 3 922 mm 0 mm 922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,397 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,074 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 742 mm 0 mm 742 mm
Total Legroom 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 292 L 971 L -679 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,198 L 34.3 -33.3 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,701 L 1,920 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
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
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Escape

2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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