Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 2,195 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 73 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 1,125 mm | 972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 983 mm | -61 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 848 mm | -106 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 549 L | -257 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,274 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 2,455 L | 0 L |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom 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 |
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 |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |