2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 2 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1015 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Studebaker | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2730 mm |