2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
