2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
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 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2751 mm |
