2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
