1998 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
