1995 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 704 kg more than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Rasheen | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Rasheen | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
