1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Calais | Highlander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 301 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |