2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 61 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Outlander | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2374 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |