2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
