2000 Toyota Yaris vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Yaris | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
