2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
