2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
