1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
