2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |