2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. 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 (343 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Highlander | 630 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
