2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 561 kg more than 2008 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 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |