2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2011 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 (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |