2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
