2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Tundra 2010 Toyota RAV4
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra RAV4
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1332 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 5340 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2659 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 60 L


 

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