2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
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 Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Celsior 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 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Celsior |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |