2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Tahoe Lancer
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 59 L


 

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