Which vehicle is better for off road use

Tiny
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  • 2003 TOYOTA RAV4
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Hi there, I am wondering which is a better off road vehicle between the Rav4 vs Honda CRV? Both first gen or second gen (1999-2004). Which one would be more suited from the two brands? And which gen is best? I know that they are not made for that purpose, but which one is better suited for it? Thanks my car has a manual transmission.
Saturday, September 30th, 2017 AT 6:49 AM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Well if I had to choose I would probably go with the Rav4 second gen. Neither one is really an off road rig, but the Rav4 has a bit better ground clearance and is a bit lighter.

But if I was actually looking for a small off road rig I would try to find a Suzuki Samurai/Jimmy or Geo Tracker.
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Saturday, September 30th, 2017 AT 12:02 PM

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