2003 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |