2001 Toyota FXS vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Because 2001 Toyota FXS 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 2001 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota FXS | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FXS | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
