2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Highlander would be higher. Both 2011 Toyota Highlander and 2013 Toyota Avalon are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 322 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 336 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
