2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
