1997 Lancia Dedra vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Dedra | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
