2021 Ford Explorer vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV

Two SUVs with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the powertrain, horsepower, fuel economy, starting price, ground shadow size, and maximum occupancy. First of all, the 2021 Ford Explorer has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV gets 13.2 more mpg. Also, the 2021 Explorer is priced $6,285 lower compared to the base MSRP of the 2021 Highlander Hybrid SUV. In addition, the Explorer is slightly larger than the Highlander Hybrid SUV. And then, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV seats one more passenger than the Ford Explorer. Among similarities are the body structure, height, and cargo volume.