2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 628 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Highlander | Fit |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |