2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Highlander | Ram |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
