2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
