2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 482 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Highlander 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Highlander Tacoma
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3311 cc 2688 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 248 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 79 L


 

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