2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo 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) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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 (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
