2003 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 520 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |