2025 Ford
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 21 - 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 28 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 84.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 265 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,300 - 5,600 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 194.9 - 197.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 76.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in |
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Ford Explorer offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Highlander.
The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Highlander.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Ford Explorer or the Toyota Highlander, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Toyota Highlander, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Ford Explorer takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Highlander.
Performance
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Toyota Highlander.
The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Ford Explorer and the Toyota Highlander are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Explorer and the Toyota Highlander.