mitsubishi xpander, still legendary 4AT

u are comparing a 2009 vs 2014 car. The 2014, under the hood is the familiar but lightly-improved 1.5 litre SOHC i-VTEC engine, now with exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), a new resin intake manifold and less friction. The motor makes 120 PS at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,600 rpm, and is mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission.
2nd, it is noted to get better FC with CVT, due to no hunting for peak torque as normal auto/manual, hence a better fc, plus lower rpm at a constant speed. Manufacturers (japan) love this cause it is cheaper per parts, tick for FC, but not reliability, or driveability. Thats why BMW, Mercedes don't ever had CVT, Audi last time got but for basic spec, now no more