2004 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
