2005 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |