2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Highlander | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
