2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
