2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599

To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 420 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 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota RAV4 2012 Ferrari 599
Make Toyota Ferrari
Model RAV4 599
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3538 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 652 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4666 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1961 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1336 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 105 L


 

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