2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 299 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Optra | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
