2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |