2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |
