The bottom line is that everyone has different needs and different experiences. For some the Highlander fits and is great, for others the FEH is perfect. Is there really any need to argue which is "better" when we are talking about something that is mostly a matter of preference? Are we going to have an argument about which is better cookies or ice cream?
Also, there are tests, surveys, reports, etc. that "show" any one vehicle is better. According to JD Power, I'm glad I bought a Mercury!!! (even though they are identical to the Fords somehow they are made better????)
It could be worse, we could all be waiting for our Land Rovers to get out of the shop!

-Tim
2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid AWD
Black with Pebble interior
Premium Package with Nav & Moonroof
Current ODO:
22,909
Typical Drive: 20 min crosstown in heavy traffic (3.5mi there and back twice a day)
457 Gallons of gas saved
That's 9,150 lbs less CO2