2003 Chrysler LHS vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 161 kg more than 2003 Chrysler LHS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chrysler LHS (333 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | LHS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
