1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
