2005 Honda Element vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |