2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 BMW 335

To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 535 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 2010 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RAV4 2010 BMW 335
Make Toyota BMW
Model RAV4 335
Year Released 2005 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1792 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1783 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 61 L


 

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