2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Splash has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Splash will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Highlander | Splash |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |