2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2009 BMW 330
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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Highlander | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
