2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
