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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Ford Expedition Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Expedition | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 119.0 in | -9.2 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 206.5 in | -18.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.8 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 77.2 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 5578 lb. | -1533 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -8.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 63.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 60.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 63.7 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 59.9 in | -3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.3 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 51.9 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 50.2 in | -7.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 37.7 in | -8.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -7.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 55.0 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -12.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Expedition
| 2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
| 2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |
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