Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 98.0 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 160.1 in | 24.5 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 66.8 in | 5.1 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 58.0 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 2537 lb. | 1112 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 52.7 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 50.6 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.2 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 49.0 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 49.2 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 31.2 in | 5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 0.0 in | 32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 0.0 in | 30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 15.4 | 24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | 54.6 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 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |