2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 2004 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | RAV4 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
