1996 Saturn SL vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Saturn SL | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SL | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
