2000 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
