Many vehicles from different auto makers are released daily, many of those belongs to the top class. Each automaker aims to present the most innovative automobile so as to be ahead in the class. Among the cars that will be competing for customers very son are the 2013 Ford Explorer and the 2013 Toyota Highlander. Competition is always tough and rough, and choosing the better car when comparing 2013 Ford Explorer vs 2013 Toyota Highlander will be difficult.
To compare these full-size crossovers, we will take into consideration their fuel economy, performance, features/ Comfort and price. Both 2013 Explorer and 2013 Highlander have standard features like third row of seats, power lift-gate, and others like Blue-tooth connectivity, automatic headlights, remote keyless entry, cruise controls, steering-wheel-mounted audio, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, backup camera and also safety features like Anti-lock brakes, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, tire pressure monitor, stability and traction control and Front, side and torso airbags.
We all know how reputable Toyota automobile company is; its products always carry high optimism and anticipation. Toyota cars are well known for their reliability and high quality. The knowledge and experiences of its technicians as well as the use of new technologies were obviously used in the making the new Highlander and the result are there for all to see.
The Highlander is the first car-based mid-size crossover and became Toyota’s best-selling SUV before the smaller RAV4 was introduced in 2006. The seating space offers total comfort for seven passengers on long trips, no wonder it is called the “real family SUV”.
The 2013 Toyota Highlander will come with some new design elements and some extensive features like the aerodynamic technology, designed to improve the performance and increase fuel efficiency. A hybrid and two gasoline engines options will be made available. The base engine is the 2.7 litre 4 cylinder engine that will produce 187 horsepower and 186 pound feet of torque. The other gasoline engine, the 3.5 litre V6 engine provides 270 horsepower and 248 pound feet of torque.
Pro
High gas mileage, comfortable front seat, versatile second row seating and easy folding rear seat
Cons
Poor handling and poor quality cabin materials.
The high performing 2013 Ford Explorer nicknamed “the Explorer Sport” is available in both four and front-wheel drive, with four trim levels: Base, XLT, Limited and Sport. There is a 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine with six-speed auto-transmission available on all trims, a direct injected 237-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged Eco-boost four-cylinder engine is available for FWD options and a 350-hp rated twin-turbo V6 is available on Sport trim. With expected fuel economy of about 16/ 22 miles per gallon in the city/ highway, Ford believes that the sport trim is the most fuel efficient high-performance SUV now.
Conclusion
Toyota cars just like most Japanese cars are wrongly believed to be expensive because of their high quality and resale value. When 2013 Toyota Highlander is released in September, the vehicle will likely go for $29,000- $39,000 and the hybrid between $39,000- $45,000 but with base price ranging from $28,870- $40,720, the 2013 Ford Explorer will be more expensive when it is released. Putting the price aside, the Highlander is a better option with its more responsive transmission and comfortable cabin.
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