1999 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 884 kg more than 1995 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 X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4. 1999 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
