2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 109 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |