2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | FJ Cruiser | Highlander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |