2002 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | RAV4 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |