2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (206 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Veracruz | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3777 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |