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Toyota Highlander (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2006 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Toyota Highlander Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
215 hp@5600
222 lb-ft@3600
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.9 in 113.7 in -6.8 in
Length 184.6 in 193.4 in -8.8 in
Width 71.9 in 73.7 in -1.8 in
Height 67.9 in 72.8 in -4.9 in
Curb Weight 3649 lb. 4531 lb. -882 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.1 gal. 22.5 gal. -3.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.8 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 59.0 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 55.4 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.7 in 42.4 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 38.7 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.0 in 58.9 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 55.5 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 36.9 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 32.3 in 37.4 in -5.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.2 in 53.1 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 39.8 in 45.3 in -5.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 30.2 in 34.9 in -4.7 in
Total Legroom 107.3 in (over 3 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -6.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.5 ft3 13.6 ft3 -3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 39.7 ft3 43.9 ft3 -4.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 80.6 ft3 83.7 ft3 -3.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Highlander

2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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