Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Ford Freestyle | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 5,083 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,925 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,735 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,020 kg | 1,865 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 72 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,123 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,021 mm | 974 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 912 mm | 980 mm | -68 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,158 mm | 1,166 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 704 mm | 846 mm | -142 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,802 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,913 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 391 L | 589 L | -198 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,356 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,438 L | 0 L |
2014 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Toyota replaced the 2013 Highlander's rear struts with control arms to enable a three-inch-wider third-row seat, and then used the extra space to cram in a third seating position. So if you need seats for eight people, only the Highlander will do in this threesome. A top-of-the-line Santa Fe only seats six. Other eight-pass options include the Honda Pilot and GM's large crossovers. But those three people best be small, as the Highlander doesn't have nearly as much rear legroom as the Pathfinder or the Santa Fe. To fit children of even middling size in the third row it's necessary to slide the second row well forward. The second row seat cushion is mounted too low for adult comfort. The Nissan's second row suffers from a similar shortcoming, but the Hyundai's does not. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2014 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
3 row seating for kids see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |