2004 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota RAV4 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
