1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
