2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3545 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
