2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
