1998 Toyota Supra vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Supra | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Supra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1264 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
