2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | RAV4 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
