2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
