2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 4 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 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | RAV4 | Volt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3544 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 2.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
