1996 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 Hyundai Pony. 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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Pony | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |