2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outlander | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
