2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 100 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
