1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Intimidator | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
