2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3309 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
