2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 24.7 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
