2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make BMW Toyota
Model 330 RAV4
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2362 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 521 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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