1999 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 325 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |