2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
