2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
