2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 745 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |