2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
