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Toyota Highlander (2007) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Ford Explorer specs.

2007 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Toyota Highlander Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
160 kW@5600
301 Nm@3600
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,715 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,689 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,826 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,725 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,655 kg 2,055 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 72 L 85 L -13 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,471 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,400 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,034 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 983 mm -982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,448 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,394 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 925 mm 937 mm -12 mm
Headroom, Row 3 820 mm 950 mm -130 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,351 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,011 mm 1,151 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 767 mm 886 mm -119 mm
Total Legroom 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 297 L 385 L -88 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,124 L 1,243 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,282 L 2,370 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander

2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 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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