2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Outlander | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |