2009 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
