2007 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander. 2003 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 650 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
