2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
