2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | GTD |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3538 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |