2009 Nissan Cube vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Cube. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Cube would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Cube | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cube | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
