1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 384 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
