2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford FPV BF GT 2002 Toyota RAV4
Make Ford Toyota
Model FPV BF GT RAV4
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 389 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 105.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2150 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L


 

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