2009 BMW 135 vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 135 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
