2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Blackhawk | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
