1998 Ford Courier vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 1998 Ford Courier and 1998 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Courier. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Courier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Courier weights approximately 13 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.

Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Courier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Courier (179 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Courier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Courier 1998 Toyota RAV4
Make Ford Toyota
Model Courier RAV4
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 128 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 178 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1285 kg


 

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