2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
