2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 85 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 560 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | RAV4 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3538 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 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 | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |