2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
