2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
