2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
