1995 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
