2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 7 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 318. 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | RAV4 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
