| Model Year | 2007 | 2024 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 119.1 in | -12.2 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 198.8 in | -14.2 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 78.9 in | -7 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 69.9 in | -2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3516 lb. | 4345 lb. | -829 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.7 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 61.8 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.2 in | -4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 61.9 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 59.1 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 38.9 in | -6.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 54.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 32.2 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -6.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -7.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 47.9 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
| 2007 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 |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Ford Explorer.