2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |