2006 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW 545.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |