2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | RAV4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
