2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 589 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Highlander | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |