2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
