2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | FR-V | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |