2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.

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 Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota RAV4 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model RAV4 Lancer
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3545 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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