2002 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 689 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz V | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | V | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
