2003 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (206 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |