2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |