2003 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 723 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
