1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | S8 | Galant |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |