2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster 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 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Highlander | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
