2001 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aceca | Galant |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |