2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 469 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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:
| 2012 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Highlander | Ram |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
