Model Year | 2019 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,890 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,925 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,057 kg | 2,135 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 85 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,123 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 937 mm | 38 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 912 mm | 950 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,158 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 704 mm | 886 mm | -182 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,802 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 391 L | 385 L | 6 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,243 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
2019 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seating is just not for adults at all, and I'm not certain that children would be easy to fit back there as well. I'm not sure what Toyota was thinking, even making the 2020 longer didn't make any difference at all. My one complaint is it is just TOO SMALL! see full Toyota Highlander review |
2018 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is midget sized. Claiming that the Highlander is an 8-passenger vehicle is a lie. It's either 5 normal-sized people, or Snow White and the 7 dwarfs. There is no way you can accommodate 8 normal-sized people comfortably in this car. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |