1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |