2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
