2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |