2003 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
