2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |
