2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TSO | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
