2006 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
