1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota RAV4 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |
