2012 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1003 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.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
