1997 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 21 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | RAV4 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
