2004 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Mark II | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
