2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RAV4 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
