2012 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | RAV4 | 300 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |