2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Highlander 2012 BMW X3
Make Toyota BMW
Model Highlander X3
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3311 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 67 L


 

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