2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
