2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | L 200 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |