2001 Toyota Allion vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Allion | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Allion | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
