2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
