2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |