2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Grandis | Orlando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |