2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RAV4 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
