2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Endeavor | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
