1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
