2012 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota RAV4 | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | RAV4 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 3060 mm |
