2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
