1994 BMW 854 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 854 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
