2004 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Camry | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
