2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outlander | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
