2006 BMW 545 vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
