2008 Nissan Livina vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Livina | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Livina | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2231 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
