1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |