1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Duna 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Duna RAV4
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2380 mm


 

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