2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 216 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 2002 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
