2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander. 2011 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
