2001 Toyota BB vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota BB | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | BB | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
