2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
