2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
