2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Volvo SCC

To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi Galant and 2001 Volvo SCC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc, 2001 Volvo SCC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo SCC (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo SCC should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo SCC weights approximately 81 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo SCC (285 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo SCC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mitsubishi Galant 2001 Volvo SCC
Make Mitsubishi Volvo
Model Galant SCC
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 2521 cc
Horse Power 138 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 285 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1451 kg
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2720 mm


 

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