2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 (328 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
