2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 11 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Galant | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
