2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Tahoe (461 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tahoe | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |