2008 Lada 21 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Lada 21 is newer by 1 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) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. 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 2008 Lada 21. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada 21 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
