2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 999 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
Model | Outlander | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |