1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 194 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |