2003 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
