2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Corolla 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla RAV4
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1264 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 57 L


 

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