2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 523 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |