1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
