1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | GT 1 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
