2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |