2005 Toyota Soarer vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Soarer | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Soarer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
