2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V

To start off, both 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Toyota Prius V were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Prius V
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Highlander Prius V
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type CVT CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2160 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4796 mm 4615 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1575 mm
Wheelbase Size 2789 mm 2779 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.4 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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