2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
