2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Highlander 1995 Honda Today
Make Toyota Honda
Model Highlander Today
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1400 mm