2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RunX 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make Toyota Toyota
Model RunX RAV4
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 3545 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1178 kg 1355 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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