2005 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |