1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Highlander
Year Released 1993 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2720 mm


 

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