2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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 Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
