1997 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Feroza has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Feroza | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2659 mm |
