1996 Rover 800 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 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 800 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 800 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |