2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 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 5 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | RAV4 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3538 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |