2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 3 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 (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 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 (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Vivant has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vivant | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
