2002 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
