2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
