"Fun to drive" is an ample description of the 2004 Toyota Rav4. Because of the new engine, much needed power has been added into its already superb performance. Driving the 2004 Rav4 is effortless. It's a machine that has been engineered to deliver optimum on-road performance steering response is rapid, the clutch is smooth and the stick shifter has a relatively limited space to thrust and pull. The 2004 Rav4 offers optional gears such as safety features, which includes front torso side airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags. Tests have been conducted to ensure the performance and reliability of these protective stuff and the Rav4 got the highest ratings on both front and side crash tests.