2003 Mazda Kusabi vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Kusabi | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Kusabi | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
