2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Verossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Verossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |