2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 144 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.

Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota RAV4 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Toyota Toyota
Model RAV4 Tacoma
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 194 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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