2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 329 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 2009 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |