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Toyota Highlander (2008) vs. Ford Fiesta (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Ford Fiesta specs.

2008 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Ford Fiesta Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Toyota Highlander Ford Fiesta  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 98.0 in 11.8 in
Length 188.4 in 160.1 in 28.3 in
Width 75.2 in 66.8 in 8.4 in
Height 68.1 in 58.0 in 10.1 in
Curb Weight 3979 lb. 2537 lb. 1442 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 11.9 gal. 7.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 39.1 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.7 in 52.7 in 7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.7 in 50.6 in 6.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.2 in 42.2 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.1 in 37.2 in 2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.5 in 49.0 in 10.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 49.2 in 7.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 31.2 in 7.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.3 in 0.0 in 36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 55.0 in 0.0 in 55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 42.3 in 0.0 in 42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 29.2 in 0.0 in 29.2 in
Total Legroom 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 37.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.3 ft3 15.4 ft3 -5.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.3 ft3 15.4 26.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 95.4 ft3 26.0 ft3 69.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander

2008 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
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Its cramped, but seems about the same as any other car in its size range. It was easier to get in and out of compared to a Mazda 2 and about the same as current generation Prius C. I wouldn't take anyone long distances in the rear, but I didn't expect to. We have a 2009 Prius which is our long distance carry people car. I wanted something with good handling and economy that was well built and that's what I got. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Smallish like all b-segment cars. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
I was told that it is comfortable for a short ride but after 45 minutes my passengers were complaining about lack of room and comfort. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seat narrow and limited headroom see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
while it felt my family of 5 comfortably, it might not fit others.... see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom is limited, especially if front seat passengers adjust their seats rearward. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Basically, it is a two seater. Car seats and small children will fit ok in the back. Essentially it is a great commuter car. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
rear seat leg room is tight. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Very tiny. Had to squeeze in. Not very comfortable for long term. Feels a bit crowded. see full Ford Fiesta review
 
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