2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 155 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 225 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3545 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
