2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
