2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Highlander | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Highlander | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
