2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.

Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 2012 Toyota Avalon
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Endeavor Avalon
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3835 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 336 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1875 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5019 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1486 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2819 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 70 L


 

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