2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
