2009 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 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 (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make BMW Toyota
Model 320 Highlander
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
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 148 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 2109 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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