2002 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 85 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 Nissan Almera. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Almera | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
