2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
