1999 Lancia Dedra vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Dedra | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
