1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1705 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1705 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
