2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |