2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
