1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 16 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Galant | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
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 | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |