2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RAV4 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
