2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Highlander | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
