2001 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2001 Suzuki Aerio and 2001 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Aerio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Aerio | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Aerio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
