2002 Toyota Will vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Will. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Will | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Will | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
