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2008 Toyota Highlander and 2020 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 285 hp@6500 260 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 3,025 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,785 mm | 5,050 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,045 kg | 2,336 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 68 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,570 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 991 mm | -18 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 988 mm | -66 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 818 mm | -76 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 515 L | -223 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,356 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 2,486 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 2020 Ford Explorer
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