1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 145 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Galant | C4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
