2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 675 kg more than 2011 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Highlander | Delta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
