2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Elantra 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Elantra RAV4
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 224 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 56 L