2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (224 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1701 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |