2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
