2004 Ford Explorervs 2004 Toyota Highlander
Side-by-side reliability comparison based on NHTSA owner complaints
The 2004 Toyota Highlander is the most reliable choice with a Klunk Score of 45/100 ("Proceed with Caution"). The 2004 Ford Explorer has 1,402 owner complaints and 0 NHTSA recalls. The 2004 Toyota Highlander has 286 owner complaints and 3 NHTSA recalls.
2004 Ford Explorer
5 /100
Total Klunk
2004 Toyota Highlander
45 /100
Proceed with Caution
Winner
Head to Head
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
|---|---|---|
| Klunk Score | 5/100 | 45/100 |
| Complaints | 1,402 | 286 |
| Recalls | 0 | 3 |
| Verdict | Total Klunk | Proceed with Caution |
Complaints by Category
2004 Ford Explorer
Body 672
Transmission 450
Engine 155
Electrical 86
Brakes 39
2004 Toyota Highlander
Body 129
Transmission 56
Engine 43
Electrical 35
Brakes 23