2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1449 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Galant | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3302 mm |
