Toyota Highlander vs 4Runner

Highlander vs Toyota 4Runner: Dimensions

Since one of the main differences between these two vehicles is their size classification, we decided to start with a look at some of their most important dimensions. There are some slight exterior differences:

There are also a couple of minor differences when it comes to the SUVs’ interior passenger dimensions:

However, one important category where there aren’t many differences between them is that of safety.

2020 Highlander vs 2020 4Runner: Safety

That’s because both their 2020 Highlander and their 2020 4Runner offer one of Toyota’s most state-of-the-art driver-assistive safety suites: Toyota Safety Sense^Ô 2.0 (TSS 2.0) and Toyota Safety Sense^Ô P (TSS-P), respectively. Check out some of the common features that are available with both of these suites:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/ PD)
• Automatic High Beams (AHB)
• Lane Departure Alert (LDA)

Let one of our teammates know if you have any questions about these features or others. They can help!

Toyota Highlander vs Toyota 4Runner: HP and Torque

Last, but certainly not least, both vehicles come standard with remarkably powerful V6 engines. The Highlander’s is a 3.5L V6 that’s able to kick out 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque, while the 4Runner’s is a 4.0L V6 that can produce 270 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque. As you can see, they’re both pretty evenly matched. Should you require an SUV with a bit more horsepower, you may want to consider the Highlander; and if you need more torque, maybe the 4Runner.