2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 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, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
