2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 952 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | LHS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
