2008 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
