2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1341 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | RAV4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
