2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 331 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Highlander | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Highlander | Marcia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 188 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |