2009 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 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 (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
