2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
