2001 Honda Insight 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 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 554 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Insight | Galant |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |