2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Highlander | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |