2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 994 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
