1999 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3410 mm |
