2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 10 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Audi S5.
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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S5 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 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Highlander | S5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
