2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RAV4 | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
