2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3538 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |