2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
