2004 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
