2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 151 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |