1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
