2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1093 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
