2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | RAV4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |