2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
