1991 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Camry | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
