2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
