2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
