2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 5 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, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Highlander | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Highlander | 535 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 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 | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 406 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |