2000 Toyota GT1 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota GT1 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | GT1 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
