2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Toyota RAV4 and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 194 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.

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 RAV4 (224 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RAV4 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model RAV4 Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 178 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1314 kg 1120 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 60 L


 

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