1995 Pontiac Firehawk vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Firehawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Firehawk would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Firehawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Firehawk weights approximately 406 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Firehawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1995 Pontiac Firehawk (464 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Firehawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Firehawk | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firehawk | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
