2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (383 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
