2007 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
