2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |