2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
