2007 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
