2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Highlander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
