2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
