2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 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 147 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 83 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | RAV4 | Cube |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3538 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |