2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
