1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 50 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 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
