1999 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota RAV4 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3590 mm |
