2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
