2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 402 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2919 mm |
