2004 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Highlander | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Highlander | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
