2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |