2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 81 L |
