1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
