2004 Marcos TS vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
