2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
