2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
