2009 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |