2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 5 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | RAV4 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3540 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
