1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
