2000 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.

Because 2000 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lexus GS 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Lexus Mitsubishi
Model GS Galant
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 3835 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 67 L


 

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