2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tundra (427 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 287 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |