2002 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 11 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | RAV4 | EX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
