2006 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
