2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1529 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia
Make Toyota Toyota
Model RAV4 Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3538 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 17.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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