2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Highlander | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Highlander | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |