2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |