2003 Subaru G3X vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru G3X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru G3X would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Subaru G3X. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Subaru G3X. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru G3X. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru G3X | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | G3X | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 57 L |
