2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Highlander | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
