2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Highlander | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
