2007 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
